The Best Way to Clean Shower Grout Mould and Mildew

20 December 2022
Est. Reading: 2 minutes
What's in This Guide?
Cleaning Items You'll Need.
Protective household rubber gloves
Toothbrush
Small container
Washing Soda or baking soda
Household Bleach

Clean Mould From Bathroom Tiles With No Scrubbing

Mould on your shower grout seems to be a never-ending problem, which makes your bathroom feel nasty and disgusting. But it doesn't have to be that way.

See how to clean shower grout mildew using common household products. This homemade mix cleans grout and tiles in 15 to 20 minutes with no scrubbing and works well.

This is a baking soda hack with a twist that makes it more potent and faster. You use baking soda or washing soda. Even better, you also can make your own washing soda at home. So, ditch your toxic cleaners and make your own natural cleaners instead. Inexpensive and saving you money

Did You Know?
Washing soda has a PH of 11.5 and baking soda has a PH of 8.5. Making the higher alkalinity of the washing soda more effective. Having more grease cutting and cleaning punch. Making this is a better option.

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step-by-step instructions on how to remove mould and mildew from your shower.

Step One: Mix your Grout Cleaning Paste
Put about 1 tablespoon of washing soda into a container. Add enough bleach to make a paste. Use sparingly. A paste is preferable to a spray bottle because you do not want the bleach to turn into toxic fumes. Rather, apply it directly to the grout that you are working on. You do not want to use more than 5 ml of bleach in total. By using a small amount of bleach, you are using it in a controlled way.

Step Two: Apply the Grout Mould Paste to the Tiles
While wearing rubber gloves, dip the brush into the paste and gently work it into the grout line. You should start seeing it work right away.

Get enough on so that it is wet but not dripping down the walls, making sure to scoop up the excess.

Step Three: Leave the Grout Paste On
Leave the paste sit and work for 15 to 20 minutes.

Step Four: Rinse the Tiles
After 20 minutes you should notice the mould has now gone. Using your shower attachment, rinse with water.

How To Prevent Mould in The Shower

Following the steps outlined above will ensure your tiles and grout are mould and mildew free. The best way to stop mould and mildew from building up is to prevent it from growing. Regular maintenance helps you minimize the need for heavy chemicals and prevent mould from becoming a problem.

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