How to Make Shower Curtains Mildew Proof
In particularly damp climates, many people have problems with mildew developing on their plastic shower liners . Scrubbing every inch of the shower liner can be difficult and frustrating. The best option is to prevent the development of mildew in the first place. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Use the exhaust fan in the bathroom. The exhaust fan can help vent extra moisture and prevent the creation of a climate suitable for mildew to occur.
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Close the curtain when you get out of the shower. Spreading out the curtain as much as possible allows the curtain to shed the water. Mildew develops when water is allowed to accumulated and stand in the nooks and crannies of the shower liner.
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Spray the shower liner with orange oil or lemon oil. Dilute the oil slightly and use a misting spray bottle. Be careful: The oil will make the interior of the tub slick when it is first applied. This can also be applied to most tile to prevent the formation of mildew and soap scum buildup.
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Mist the shower liner with a very light mix of bleach water with a drop or two of dish detergent in it after every shower. The bleach helps kill any mold or mildew that has already started and the dish soap helps prevent things from attaching to the shower liner.
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Take the liner down and wash it in the washing machine on the gentle cycle. Use about 1 cup of bleach on your washer's large load setting.
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Tips & Warnings
In addition to helping prevent soap scum and mildew, citrus oils used in your tile and shower line will offer a nice scent and are not harmful to pets.
