Three Ways to Prevent Bathroom Mold Growth

8/27/2022 (Permalink)

Remember to turn on ventilation fans in bathrooms while showering to lessen mold growth

How To Prevent Mold Build Up

Few things are more discouraging to new homeowners than finding an established colony of mold. Since mold often thrives where an accumulation of moisture has occurred, you should always avoid water damage at all costs. Since bathrooms are especially likely to hold moisture, there are a few things you can do to prevent mold buildup from setting in.

1. Always Run the Fan After a Shower
Most bathrooms have built-in fans for a reason. By airing out your space, fans evaporate water and dry wet surfaces. This creates an environment that is hostile to the development of mold colonies. Make sure that you are aware of any moisture that may have spilled on the floor or collected in low areas. Mold growth is especially likely on porous surfaces, such as drywall or wood.

2. Move Objects Frequently and Dry Surfaces
Cracks in flooring and drywall aren't the only places moisture can accumulate. When objects, such as shampoo bottles, or cosmetic products are left standing for long periods, moisture trapped underneath them can cause water damage. This is especially likely in cabinets where objects are often left for long periods of time. Always move objects in your bathroom and dry the surfaces underneath them.

3. Clean With Bleach, Detergent, and Sealer
A common way for moisture to infiltrate your bathroom walls is through crumbling grout. For complete bathroom mold prevention, squeegee your shower walls dry before carefully patching cracked grout. Because bleach is an effective fungicide, you can remove existing patches of mold by scrubbing them with bleach or a detergent containing bleach. Always cover your face when doing this, and be sure to treat all of the surfaces you are concerned about.
If you have had water damage in your Queens, NY, home that has resulted in a mold infestation, contact a mold remediation expert who can provide you with the proper materials and experience to handle your problem. An intensive cleanup can be tricky, so you should leave larger infestations to the experts.