How to Clean Mold Off a Shower Wall

Mold on a shower wall is disgusting. In addition, it gives the appearance of dirty and untidy cleaning habits. Inhaling certain kinds of mold can cause illness, especially in children and the elderly. The only way you know for sure the types of mold that are in your shower is by professional testing. Cleaning the mold off a shower wall is the only way to prevent breathing in harmful fumes. You can use household products to remove the mold from a shower wall.

Things You'll Need

• Plastic spray bottle
• Vinegar
• Hard bristle brush
• Pitcher

Instructions

1. Fill the plastic spray bottle with white vinegar. Mark the bottle "Vinegar" with a permanent marker. This is to prevent accidental misuse when thinking the spray bottle is full of water.

2. Ventilate the bathroom by opening a window or turning on a fan. Even though vinegar is nontoxic, it can still make you feel nauseated and give you a headache.

3. Saturate the shower wall with the vinegar. Spray all of the mold spores thoroughly. Let the vinegar soak into the mold for about 45 minutes.

4. Scrub the exterior with a hard bristle brush. Clean the entire shower wall. However, pay the most attention to the mold spores. With a little hard work, the mold will come off.

5. Fill a pitcher with hot water, and then splash the shower wall. This will remove the vinegar and remaining grime. You can also use a detachable shower head if one is available.

Tips & Warnings

• If the mold is stubborn or has been on the wall for a while, more than one cleaning process may be required. Use a soft bristle brush if your wall is made of material that can scratch easily. For example, ceramic or painted tile walls can be easily damaged.