Stopping Shower Curtain Mildew In Its Tracks
Shower curtain mildew can be a constant battle on a shower curtain. The mildew causes unsightly stains and can be hazardous to your health, especially if you are allergic to it. There are a number of ways that you can prevent shower curtain mildew.
Mildew resistant shower curtains and liners are a fantastic way to help control shower curtain mildew problems. Note the name is mildew “resistant” shower curtain liner. They are resistant to mildew, but will still get mildew if not cared for properly.
Mildew resistant shower curtains and liners feature rust proof grommets and two layers of vinyl backed by a nylon mesh. The vinyl is usually a heavy thickness and the mesh backing in mildew resistant shower curtains is treated with a mildew retardant. This construction makes for a very durable clean shower curtain. The amount of time mildew resistant shower curtains last and the cleanliness benefits; have led many hotels and hospitals to utilize them in their institutions.
Care of your mildew resistant shower liner includes occasional laundering in the washing machine with detergent, one cup of vinegar and one cup of bleach (check for color fastness). Hang back on the shower curtain rod. Shake out any excess water. Wrinkles in the curtain will be removed by gravity and shower steam. Hanging your mildew resistant shower curtain on a clothesline in the sun during warmer months is a natural way to prevent shower curtain mildew. The sunlight kills mold and mildew spores.
Other shower curtain mildew preventing methods include:
• Keep a spray bottle with ¼ cup bleach and 32 ounces of water in your bathroom. Ask everyone who uses the shower in that bathroom to help you by spritzing the shower curtain with the bleach water and rinse with water after use. Take care to keep the bottle out of childrens reach. Make sure your shower curtain is colorfast and prevent overspray when using.
• Close your shower curtain all the way after each use. This allows the entire mildew resistant shower curtain to air dry. Shower curtain mildew and mold need a moist environment to grow.
• Rinse any soap lather from the mildew resistant shower curtain before exiting the shower. Shower curtain mildew and mold use soap scum and lather for food.
• If you purchase a new mildew resistant shower; soak it in vinegar and salt.
First start filling the washer with warm water and add one cup of vinegar with one cup of salt to the washer. Next add the mildew resistant shower curtain. Let the shower curtian soak for twenty minutes and then let the washer cycle complete. Shower curtain mildew does not like an acidic (vinegar) or salty habitats.
Should you find that you have or develop a shower curtain mildew problem starting; wash the mildew shower curtain right away, using the above listed care and cleaning method. Acting on a shower mildew problem promptly is the easiest way to handle it other than trying to prevent it all together if possible.
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