The bathtub is the place where mold most often appears. This problem is not always associated with the sloppiness of the owners. Fungal formations are looking for a favorable habitat for themselves. But we can and must fight them. There are many methods for this, both folk and professional.
The main causes of troubles
The bathroom, more often than other rooms, creates favorable conditions for the formation of mold. These include:
- high humidity;
- insufficient lighting;
- lack of access to fresh air;
- increased air temperature.
All these factors occur almost constantly in bathrooms. When mold appears, the aesthetics of the walls deteriorate significantly. In addition, human health can be seriously affected due to fungal formations. They contribute to the development of:
- bronchial asthma;
- allergic rhinitis;
- candidiasis.
In order to effectively get rid of this trouble, it is necessary to find out the source of its occurrence. Otherwise, you can waste a lot of time and money, but the mold will keep coming back. Increased humidity levels occur for several reasons. This:
- uneven heating of the bath;
- frequently repeated washing;
- lack of ventilation.
Ceilings and walls are sources of fungal growth. It is on them that he appears first. But the damage to the premises is minimal compared to human health.
The nuances of destroying fungal formations
A fungal body appears on the surface.To get rid of it completely, you need to get rid of the mycelium, which is most often located at a distance of several meters from it.
Modern chemicals aimed at combating mold make it possible to get rid of it both on the surface of the tiles and between them. To do this, you need to treat the entire room, right down to the area under the plumbing fixtures. Still, ideally, it is better to detect the source of the fungus and destroy it.
Type of mold
Black mold is especially dangerous. It can develop unnoticed for a very long time. Then, when creating a favorable environment for its existence, this mold makes itself felt. That is, after renovation in the bathroom, it may appear after some time. This is due to the fact that high temperature and humidity in an unventilated area created an excellent habitat for black mold. It is loosely attached to the surface and spreads very easily throughout the room. The most dangerous thing is if it gets into the respiratory tract of children and adults, where it causes infection.
To get rid of this type of mold, you may need to use several products simultaneously or alternately.
Selection of control methods
Basically, the fight against fungal formations is carried out using antibacterial agents. Even before using them, it is necessary to treat the damaged surface.
It is best to remove the top layer and dry the wall or ceiling using a hair dryer. At this time, it is forbidden to turn on the water; it is better to turn it off. The air should be as dry as possible. After this, treatment is carried out with an antifungal agent.Such work is carried out using rubber gloves and a respirator. This will protect a person from fungus, dust and foreign debris entering the body.
There are several means to combat fungus. This:
- copper sulfate in solution;
- whiteness in pure or diluted form;
- industrial chemical antifungicide.
Copper sulfate has proven itself well. It is most effective at eliminating mold on bathroom walls. It is very easy to use, but it is quite toxic. That is why safety measures should not be neglected. To obtain a solution, just add one hundred grams of vitriol to a bucket of water. The solution is applied to the damaged surface with a brush. Too much affected areas are treated with a thick layer. After a few hours, the wall is washed and dried, and the room is thoroughly ventilated.
Whitening products.
Ordinary whiteness is not inferior in its antibacterial properties to vitriol. But it has a rather pungent and unpleasant odor. From which allergies and even intoxication of the body can develop. You can work with it only in a respirator and thick rubber gloves.
To prepare a working solution, one hundred milliliters of bleach is added to ten liters of water. It is applied with a sponge to the required surface, which then does not need to be washed. This will help prevent mold from forming in the future. After finishing work, ventilate the bath.
Industrial products.
They are divided into two categories. The first of them is drugs used by builders to combat biocorrosion. The second includes household black mold removal products.Almost any of them can be purchased at a hardware store in a plastic container with a volume of about one liter. To obtain the required solution, you must read the instructions for use. There are very strong products that help remove mold even in the seams between tiles.
Traditional methods.
All of the above remedies may not be suitable for those people who suffer from respiratory diseases. They will have to leave the premises while it is being processed or find other means. They are.
The simplest one suggests sprinkling the mold area with baking soda and vinegar. After the foam has settled, wash the wall with warm soapy water or any detergent.
Another remedy is tea tree oil. Ten milliliters of this product are diluted in half a liter of cold water. The solution is applied to the tiles with a spray and not washed off. It is better to carry out this procedure in the evening, when all residents have already taken water procedures.
To combat black mold, you need to prepare the following remedy: two stacks of hydrogen peroxide and vinegar, one stack of boric acid and four water. They only need to wipe the damaged surface.
Along with the disappearance of the problem itself, the unpleasant musty smell will also go away. No air freshener will cope with it. After removing mold, leave baking soda in the bathroom. It always effectively copes with unpleasant odors. It is also very good to wipe the bathtub with soda solution from time to time.
Protection and prevention
Mold can be classified as a disease. And, as you know, it is easier to prevent than to treat.It is very important to ventilate the bathroom well and install a hood. It is necessary to regularly monitor its serviceability and clean it. All plumbing fixtures and pipes must be in good working order. Any leakage entails an increase in humidity. You should not skimp on a heated towel rail; it must be powerful enough. It is better to insulate those walls that face the street or stairwell from the inside. This will help avoid temperature changes and the creation of condensation. There should be no cracks on all surfaces. It is also better to insulate the floor.
These measures will help prevent mold from growing in the bathroom.
