Moldy seals, begone: A Simple home solution to tackle mildew
Mold on seals is a common problem in apartments with excess moisture. It not only looks unsightly but also poses a health risk. To get rid of it quickly, try a home remedy.
The conditions in damp apartments, especially in bathrooms, due to frequent baths, steam, and poor ventilation, promote the growth of mold and fungi. Mold settles where surfaces frequently contact moisture. Therefore, it appears on seals around the shower, sink, or windows.
How to get rid of mold?
Even a small amount of mold in a room can lead to serious health problems. Symptoms such as headaches, migraines, nausea, runny nose, limb numbness, eye irritation, and allergies may occur after prolonged exposure to areas where mold mycotoxins are present. This should not be underestimated, and action should be taken immediately.
If the bathroom has a lot of moisture and mold often appears on the seals, you can use a simple trick to make the harmful residue disappear. Cover the seals with a thin cloth or paper soaked in a solution that removes mold. There's no need to use strong chemicals. You only need baking soda, vinegar, and whitening paste.
How to prepare the solution?
First, cut paper or cloth into thin strips, matching the length and width of the seals. Then prepare the anti-mold solution by mixing a tablespoon of paste with 1/4 cup of vinegar and baking soda. Soak the cut pieces of cloth or paper in this mixture. Place the wet strips on the seals and leave them for half an hour, preferably an hour. After this time, remove the strips and wipe the seals with a damp sponge.
If there's a lot of mold left, you can remove the residue with an old toothbrush. It should come off the seals easily. Finally, wipe the seals with dry paper. To prevent mold from settling again, ventilate the bathroom. After each shower, open the door and ventilate for at least an hour.
