If you are dealing with mold in your bathtub, don’t worry. There are ways to get rid of it both chemically and naturally. You can use various products to kill black mold, and there are also some simple tips you can follow to remove it from your shower.

 Is shower black mold dangerous?

Black mold can be harmful, especially to people allergic to mold. There’s also a possibility that the species of mold in your shower is the toxic Stachybotrys chartarum. It requires the help of mold remediation experts.

 Where does black mold grow in my shower?

One of the black mold’s favorite places is in the grout. It can also grow on the shower caulking, around the drain, drain plug, and door tracks. Mold can even grow under bottles of shampoo and bars of soap. Shower curtains should also be checked for mold growth, though they are not technically part of the shower.

Mold and mildew can also spread on the wall due to a leak. And if your grout is old and cracking, water can seep behind shower tiles thus allowing mold, particularly black mold to grow.

How to get rid of black mold in the shower?

Since the bathroom is dark, warm, and humid, it is one of the breeding grounds for mold growth. In cleaning mold stains and eliminating toxic mold spores, you can use different solutions, either chemically or naturally. Here are some tips on how to remove black mold:

1. Using bleach, combine 1 part with two parts of water in a bottle and spray the solution in affected areas. Then let it sit for 10 minutes. The mold will begin to fade away on its own. However, some stubborn stains remain in some areas. In this case, use a brush to scrub the mold away. Afterward, rinse the surface or affected area with water. Remember that good ventilation is a must whenever you use bleach.

2. In using baking soda, mix 1/2 cup of it with water into a spray bottle. Shake well and spritz onto the sealant. Scrub with a brush until it is removed, and rinse with water. As prevention, respray the area/surface and let it dry. Baking soda can remove the mold in your shower.

3. White vinegar is also very useful in killing fungus. Spritz the vinegar onto the caulk sealant and let it remain for one hour. Then scrub afterward.

4. You can also use 3% concentration hydrogen peroxide to remove mold. You can put it into a spray bottle or directly apply it to a sponge or brush to scrub the affected area, like the caulk.

How can I prevent future mold growth in the shower?

You can’t kill mold completely, but you can prevent it from growing and spreading in your bathroom.

• Regularly clean your bathroom once a week will do. Keep an anti-mold solution or product in your monthly cleaning routine.
• After each use, always wipe down shower doors, sinks, bathroom tiles, or curtain showers with a squeegee and cloth. This is to eliminate extra moisture and prevent any mold in the bathroom.
• Decrease humidity in your shower. Install/upgrade an exhaust fan and run it every time you shower and several minutes after. This will dry the air out and help remove residual steam.
• Keep a preventive spray on hand, such as vinegar. Spray vinegar after a bath or shower, then air-dry it. This helps prevent mold growth on shower walls or affected areas.

If you want to make the vinegar smell less offensive, you may add a few drops of essential oil such as tea tree, lavender, or peppermint.

Call Superior Flood and Fire for Professional Mold Removal Services

How to get rid of black mold in the shower completely is best done by a professional mold remediation and removal company. They have specialized tools and equipment and implement advanced techniques for black mold removal. As a result, they can bring your property back safely to pre-loss condition.

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