[Stringer]

I need a little advice concerning mold in the master bath shower.

It isn't that prevalent as yet as it isn't that visible . But I know that mold is like roaches, you see one then there are thousands in the walls or floor.

It started in one spot on the corner of the built in seat under the caulking and now is starting to show on the other side of the shower in the grout, two small spots.

We have used bleach and other strong quats but it keeps coming back. Is there an economical way possibly some other chemical or minor method to rid the shower of the mold? Or do I have to pay someone to come in and rip out the grout and caulking?

Thanks.

Stringer

[ballengerb1]

Mold in a shower doesn't bother me but mold behind the caulk does. The caulk failed, its main job is to seal out water so it must be completely removed. Clean the area, scrub with bleach or mildewcide and recaulk. I recommend you use something like Dap 1205277 Siliconized Latex Caulk White 10.1 oz

[Stringer]

Thank you for your advice, can you tell me is this a big job? If I hire someone is this going to run big $$? And where do I start looking for a person/company to complete this?

Also, the bleach got rid of the mold on the grout but it keeps coming back. And mold bothers me so I want to get rid of it permanently if possible.

And does this sort of work come with any warranty?

[ballengerb1]

This is not a big job and little skill needed. Gouge the caulk out with a putty knife and/or screw driver. They do sell a caulk removal tool at ACE for about $3. Scrap the surface with a razor knife like the ones you use when you get paint on your windows when painting. Bleach is cheap and so is the caulk. You could get everything at ACE, Menards, Lowe's, Home Depot for $10. The bleach killed the mold but more water keeps getting behind the caulk and mold spores are everywhere. You have to get the caulk to seal other the water or you will have new mold every week

[Stringer]

Ok, thanks.

But what about ridding the shower completely of it even in the grout on the other side? It keeps coming back.

[ballengerb1]

Mold amd mildew on grout is much easier to clean because the mold stays on the surface. What you are describing may also tell us your bathroom needs an exhaust fan to dry out the room and remove the humidity. Can you install one with our help? Menards does sell a Mildewcide kit in a green box which you could periodically use by spraying it on all surfaces once a month.

[Stringer]

Menards does sell a Mildewcide kit in a green box which you could periodically use by spraying it on all surfaces once a month.

Thanks, THAT is information that I can really use.

We have two ceiling fans Ball, one in the center of the room and one in the enclosed toilet area.

Do I have to remove the grout in the area where there is mold?

[ballengerb1]

A ceiling fan is better than nothjing but it doesn't function like an exhaust fan. You need to get the humid air out of the bathroom faster. No on the grout removal. The mold is on the surface of the grout and is easily killed by mildewcide.

[Stringer]

Thanks a ton need to get to work on this.

[ballengerb1]

After you shovel your walk from last nights snow

[Stringer]

after you shovel your walk from last nights snow

We only received a dusting here but it is starting to slowly start again. I have had enough of this winter... enough I say!

[mtconc]

Another option is a new product called concrobium. It encapsulates the mold sdo it will not grow back. Safe epa & approved. If you go the bleach route must keep using it.. this solves the problem
I also agree that a new bath fan is in order.. good luck

[ballengerb1]

Yep Concrobium Mold Control Removes, Eliminates and Prevents Mold and Mould at Home | Concrobium Mold Control also at Menards right in with the bathroom cleaning supplies

[Stringer]

Ball, thanks for the website and info.

Stringer