Limescale
- Use a descaler or white vinegar, and leave it on for the time on the label
- For taps and shower heads, wrap a cloth soaked in vinegar around them, or soak a removable head in a bowl
- Wipe, rinse and dry, and use a squeegee after showers to slow it returning
Mould on tiles, silicone and grout
- Open a window or run the extractor fan during and after cleaning
- Apply a mould remover, following the label, and leave it before scrubbing with a brush
- Rinse and dry thoroughly
- If the silicone is blackened right through, it usually needs replacing rather than cleaning
Safety first
Never mix bleach with limescale removers, vinegar or other cleaning products, because it can release harmful gases. Use one product at a time, wear gloves, and ventilate the room.
Stopping it coming back
- Ventilate after showers and keep the extractor fan clean
- Wipe the shower screen and tiles dry
- Fix leaks, because damp is what mould feeds on
- Keep up a weekly bathroom clean
Common questions
Is mould in a rented bathroom my responsibility?
It depends on the cause. Damp from a leak or poor ventilation is normally the landlord's responsibility to fix, while condensation mould from daily use can be treated by regular cleaning and ventilation. Report it in writing early.
Would you rather we did it for you?
Ample Cleaners offers deep cleaning across Barking, Dagenham, Romford, Ilford and surrounding areas, with DBS-checked cleaners and a fixed price.