Black mold is growing along the shower edges
- Where I am
- Dark spots line the caulk and corners.
- Where I want to be
- A shower that looks clean.
- What's in the way
- Damp, closed rooms let mold take hold.
Landlord's job? Report it in writing with dates, and keep a log. Who fixes what depends on your lease and where you live. Ask them to check for a leak or a weak fan.
Try this first, free: Run the fan for 20 minutes after every shower and wipe the wet walls with a squeegee. Mold struggles to grow on dry surfaces.
The fix
- Wipe small spots with a cloth and warm soapy water. Don't mix cleaners.
- Rinse, then dry the surface with a towel.
- Open a window or run the fan, and leave the shower door or curtain open to dry.
- Don't scrape out the caulk. Let the landlord redo it.
What this won't fully fix: Wiping removes surface mold. If it keeps coming back, there's a lasting moisture problem that cleaning won't solve.
Safety first: Never mix bleach with vinegar or ammonia. Wear gloves and open a window. If mold covers a large patch, or you're coughing, tell the landlord at once.
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