Mold finds a shower the perfect environment.
Nobody wants to take a shower in a moldy shower. Mold is disgusting -- and can prove toxic to your health. With a little effort you can eliminate that mold and make your shower invitingly clean.
Growing Mold
Mold is everywhere in the natural environment. Useful in nature, breaking down dead organic matter, inside your home mold turns nasty. And it is easy for mold to get inside your home; the spores are airborne, permeating every inch of your house. When mold encounters moisture and food the problem occurs. Incidentally, "food" may be a misleading term -- any painted surface, drywall or organic matter in your home will feed mold.
Mold Removal
To eliminate mold above your shower, attack and remove it. While many believe that chemicals and bio-cides such as bleach or Lysol are necessary, the Environmental Protection Agency states they are "not recommended as a routine practice during mold cleanup." Instead, use hot soapy water and scrub the area -- physical removal is critical because dead mold can still trigger reactions in people. Remove permeable objects such as drywall, wallpaper and insulation that may hide mold underneath during clean-up.
Mold Prevention
"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," as the old adage states. After cleaning and removing the mold and mold-damaged materials, take steps to prevent future mold. Run a bathroom exhaust fan or keep the bathroom door cracked during a shower. Run a dehumidifier to lower moisture in your house to 54 percent or below. Sunlight and fresh air also help prevent mold growth, on top of regular cleaning.
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