Remodeling bathrooms is now becoming a trend for many since the bathroom is a valued part of the house. A place where a lot of people do their intimate and important duties and one can’t live without. But what if your bathroom smells musty and keeps on lingering over a long period of time? Though you have a nice bathroom ambiance, would you still want to stay longer?

If your bathroom smells musty, take action right away! Please read this article and learn why it happens and how you can get rid of that smell in your bathroom.

Why Does My Bathroom Smell Musty?

You use water (hot or cold) every time you enter the bathroom. This can lead to a humid environment. It’s sometimes challenging to keep all things dry especially if you’re a busy person.

However, when one smells something musty, we are usually referring to mold or mildew. Mold grows and thrives where there’s excessive moisture, a warm environment, and organic material to feed on.

People who are sensitive to mold may experience allergy symptoms, headaches, nosebleeds, or nausea. So take all precautionary measures in solving mold issues.

What To Do if the Bathroom Smells Musty

Mold and mildew will not disappear on their own. You need to act fast if your bathroom smells musty. The longer the mold stays, the more serious problem you’ll have. What to do? Try the following tips:

• Do a regular cleaning of your bathroom since dirt contributes to mold. Clean shower curtain, surfaces, sink, tub, tiles, and bowl. Cleaning
• Use the right cleaners or products in cleaning and in disinfecting your bathroom.

In cleaning the walls and ceilings, mix a cup of detergent with a gallon of water. Spray it on and let it stay for 10 minutes. Scrub with a cloth or a scrub. Rinse then dry.

For tile grout, you can use a cup of bleach with a gallon of water. Spray, leave, scrub, rinse, then dry.

You may also use natural products such as vinegar, baking soda, lemon, etc. This will help in eliminating mold spores and preventing mold from recurring.

• Once you’re done showering, squeegee the walls in your shower to dry up and get rid of excess water. This will also help in lowering humidity levels.
• Improve your bathroom’s ventilation by opening the windows and shower doors to allow circulation of fresh air. This will help in drying out and reducing mold growing in the bathroom.
• Run the fan/exhaust fan during and after the shower or bath. The bathroom sometimes gets warm and steamy which makes a perfect environment for mold growth.
• Install dehumidifiers to reduce the musty smell and reduce the level of humidity.
• Do not let damp towels stay inside your bathroom to prevent musty smells. Hang wet towels immediately outside and dry them.

Get in Touch with Experts Who Are Experts in Handling Mold Damage.

If you’ve followed the earlier suggestions but your bathroom still has a musty smell, it’s wise to seek assistance from a trained professional. Additionally, if you notice wet stains or dark spots on your walls, ceiling, or floor, Superior Restoration can provide help.

Please contact Water Damage Riverside immediately. We are a reputable company with extensive experience in handling water damage, mold removal, and fire damage emergencies. Our skilled team is available round the clock to assist you.