Mold Cleaning

[@Beeled6244]

Tile installer here- that isn’t mold. It’s residue from bath products. Its also probably residue from the water itself. Well water especially, but city water too, still has minerals and sediments in it that build up over time. Please don’t use Clorox or citrus products on your tile. These products degrade the tile and grout each time you use it, making cleaning harder as time goes by. Dish soap and hot water are all you need it you maintain it regularly. If there’s a pesky area you can use a little diluted bleach every once and a while but not every week. Your tile will look great for years to come :)

[@sherry-lynnzwaan1432]

Yup, well water here. That's iron in my part of Canada.

[@rubyoro0]

It’s a bacteria. I just use hydrogen peroxide.

[@bmannion511]

Hard water in my area, I’m sure that’s another culprit. Not mold.

[@sluurr6171]

I was here to comment similar. I use the least amount of cleaners of any kind as possible. Firm-bristled brushes, old toothbrushes and sponges or eraser sponges and water.. sometimes a little body wash and I clean while I shower. And that's that I have porous tiles and 17 years later, all still looks and functions like new. I stopped regularly cleaning my boys' bathroom and then it started getting this orangy color and it's slimy to the touch but easily removed with a brush and water. Add that squirter of mild detergent and voila! Gone! I recently began house cleaning on the side and people are amazed when I clean things like this up, but I don't keep it a secret and tell them that they can do this effortlessly 😅 Thanks for sharing your knowledge! 👏🏼 🙌🏼

[@lupechacon-florez7520]

Thank you so much for this explanation. Some of my grout is dark. I’m assuming that’s mold. How do I get rid of that?

[@westchristina38]

It’s called serratia marcescens. Bacteria that feeds off soap residue. It’s called “pink mold” but it’s not actually mold. You can use baking soda and dish soap to clean also.

[@blackgirljoy8742]

THIS!!!!!!

[@JazCue90]

I was looking for this comment! Just spray it with bleach and it disappears.

[@Xrulnik]

Exactly

[@probablynot1368]

Yes! I was hoping someone would mention this. Serratia marcescans is seen as a pinkish-orangish color; however, as air temperature changes with the seasons, it is often a clear, slimy growth. This bacteria is prevalent in the San Francisco Bay Area, as it was released into the atmosphere, along with another bacterium, as part of a U.S. Navy biological warfare experiment in September, 1950. Google ‘Operation Sea-Spray’ for more information regarding this experiment and the unfortunate consequences in releasing what was considered harmless bacteria over a heavily populated area.

[@achk1823]

Clean bathroom is the most crucial thing in a home! Love it!!!

[@ilohmeyer]

As a side note, if you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant please wear proper mask and gloves with bleach products. Otherwise there are pregnant safe cleaning products you can use. Inhaling harsh chemicals can cause A TON of health issues in your babies.

[@Hardawayfits]

😂😂😂 Girl we breath in toxics everyday😅

[@wee0007]

@@Hardawayfitsyeah but we don’t breathe bleach fumes every day.

[@Hardawayfits]

@@wee0007 Yeah no

[@Happy-ze4bm]

Thank you for that Information!! ❤

[@jmcbride747]

🙄🙄🙄

[@AZHITW]

I prop open the shower door and point a fan towards the shower and let the fan run until all the moisture is evaporated, the pink mold grows because there is moisture on the shower floor. The exhaust fan isn't strong enough to eliminate the moisture, a floor fan on high will dry the shower stall and mold will not grow without moisture.

[@thagoochtookmylunchmoney8800]

That’s a GREAT idea🤯❤

[@hughjanus5336]

Bleach, while initially appearing to work, destroys porous surfaces creating more tiny cracks snd crevices in which mold thrives so it comes back even stronger. The scrub brush does most of the work anyway so dawn and baking soda work well.

[@askfox79]

Just to make sure mold is not red/orangy color. It's dark. What you're scrubbing is a water bacteria that lives in a lot of pipes. Good job cleaning it btw.

[@carwoman43]

Yep, it's serratia.

[@weiwuxian297]

How to get rid of it though? I have to clean my tub every two days to get rid of the red stuff

[@nadinewise4744]

Correct, Serratia a bacteria.

[@8WhiskeyTangoFoxtrot8]

​@@weiwuxian297shower squeegee 😊 each time u shower, after u turn water off, squeegee those specific spots that are prone. It reduces the natural drying time by removing the excess water so it doesn't build up so fast. It really cut down my cleaning time in the bathroom & now my husband just thinks I actually like to clean while naked in the shower 😂 poor guy I'll just leave him to his thoughts 😅 hope this helps.

[@russelynanderson1238]

😮

[@joshuamartinez2444]

Listen, I was taking notes about cleaning and then I saw that shower head 👀

[@ReSearcherSusie]

It’s a Hansgrohe Raindance shower head.

[@me-zaan2285]

Whats wrong with the shower head though?

[@cassthompson3386]

@@me-zaan2285 Nothing is wrong with it lol it is amazing how it oscillates.

[@Eli-zx2rg]

@@me-zaan2285 as a girl, imma tell you, absolutely NOTHING is wrong with that shower head 😏

[@welcometorenland]

I agree! That's the only reason I came to the comments section

[@alliem9404]

Some alternate products that are healthier to be exposed to: - SOS pads or Barkeepers Friend are excellent for scrubbing the surface gunk off then use one of these after VVVVV -3% hydrogen peroxide is great for cleaning mold or mildew on any non-porous surface, like bathroom tile. Saturate. When it’s done bubbling or after 10 minutes, scrub off then wipe dry. DO NOT MIX WITH OTHER CHEMICALS. -Vinegar, works but takes time. Really saturate the area or wet a cloth with vinegar and lay it over the area and let it sit for an hour. Then scrub and wipe.

[@phoenixreborn6194]

vinegar for me works so great.

[@blah914]

these are better for porus surfaces (which grout is). for non-porus surfaces (the tile) dishsoap and hot water will do.

[@brittneyswinton]

Thanks

[@Jesuslovesyou8525]

Tysm

[@meep2253]

I always use hydrogen peroxide. We are on septic and Clorox is bad for water quality.

[@brimckee14]

No one else wants to know where the shower head is from 👀👀😅😅

[@honeylove3256]

Someone over here asked the same thing 👀... 😂😂😂

[@rashidat1009]

Hansgrohe Raindance shower head someone commented previously

[@butterflyshelton3519]

I said this 😂

[@msita6006]

Thank you!

[@merissaquintero2268]

RIGHT aha like that $hitz moving circular ……mo…..🫢oh dear

[@beekind466]

White vinegar in a spray bottle with a squeeze of dish soap will do the job every time. Disinfects too.😊

[@tamarar7156]

Is exactly what i recommend I'm a cleaner. I don't agree with her method because that isn't mold and using these harsh chemicals do more damage than good.

[@v31.48]

Bleach or a disinfectant spray disinfects. They use that in hospitals too.

[@Gigi_of_3]

Agreed! Much safer too!

[@LilRaider38s]

Isn’t one alkaline and one acidic so will weaken the effect?

[@lostmagicofdisney]

We put a floor fan at the open door of our shower and let it run for an hour or so. This GREATLY reduces mold and mildew buildup.

[@kb5598]

I recently tried Zep Mold and Mildew from home depot...amazing!!!!

[@valeriewestbrooke2813]

I love how competent and confident you are, it's very calming when I'm overwhelmed which is often.

[@jag5316]

It’s hard water residue. Use the same stuff you use to descale your Keurig machine, distilled vinegar.

[@anchorskid]

Rinse cleanser off thoroughly after use to reduce slipperiness the next time you shower.

[@blah914]

that's not mould, but I'm a hospital cleaner specialised in infectious disease. we don't really do maintenance like this, BUT there is nothing in a household u *need* bleach for. its really bad for ur lungs and using it in spray form is worse. even if u don't have health problems, use a mask and air out. That said, mould can be cleaned off all non-porus surfaces with regular dish soap and hot water. On porus surfaces, vinegar, soda (not with vinegar), borax, hydrogen peroxide - I would not recommend lemon juice bc while it works it also goes rancid and can give a bad smell over time. Co sisterly using overkill products creates resistent bacteria, and using too much and not getting all of it off surfaces afterwards will create a breeding ground for bacteria. As much as possible, just use water and a microfiber cloth.

[@janes9264]

Wrong - Those pink mould stains in your shower actually come from a bacteria called (Serratia Marcescens) which is found in water.

[@janes9264]

Wrong - Those pink mould stains in your shower actually come from a bacteria called (Serratia Marcescens) which is found in water.

[@liliahernandez6969]

Did you mean , do not mix baking soda and vinegar together? And also what kills mold effectively?

[@blah914]

@@liliahernandez6969 mixing baking soda and vinegar is for baking, not for cleaning. it makes cool bubbles, but it doesnt do anything. Mould on a non-porus surface can just be washed with soap. if its a porus surface, you either toss the whole thing out, or get a professional with professional equipment, bc nothing reaches those spores

[@liliahernandez6969]

@@blah914 could use Dawn soap for cleaning my acrylic shower ? Or Dawn and distilled vinegar together? I have a small, no window restroom that started to get moldy all around the shower corner walls, and I don't know how to get rid of it without harsh chemicals, but I also don't want it to return

[@huskydadtokoda]

Yup that orange and pink stuff is colonies of live bacteria

[@tinadavy3990]

absolutely ...

[@citacham1833]

It is not mold. It is the combination of iron and magnesium plus soap scum from your showering. Pretty common where you have hard water. Just keep a spray bottle with vinegar and dishwashing soap and spray the enclosure. You see the evidence of hard water in the bathroom and kitchen sinks and in the washer. It is everywhere. The ultimate solution is to install a water conditioner.

[@bren7067]

If you have floor tile in your shower, you can use a scrub brush attached to a broom handle to save your back.

[@GalaxyFluke]

Or live a healthy lifestyle focused on mobility and stretch daily/do yoga and never in your life have to worry about “saving your back” hacks or getting on/off the ground to play with your children or grandchildren.

[@pinkpugginz]

​@GalaxyFluke not everyone is a perfect douche like you. people get hurt and age.

[@emmax0000]

Awesome, thank you! You can also use an electric brush…less elbow grease😁

[@amenamen5648]

Love love love your videos and advice! I just moved to a new home. And I’m starting off with so many good tips and organization techniques that you taught us! 🙏

[@paulchezkari6952]

Love this, spray and WALK away. It's like MAGIC. Your enunciation is 💯 too 🎉🎉🎉🎉😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@felicialopez3525]

You are so thorough 💪🏼

[@jessmelgar219]

I highly recommend folks also use a resealer after deep cleaning like this so it stays cleaner longer too and they have cleaner/sealer combos for when you don’t need a deep clean like this

[@m_y_v_]

Like at Home Depot? We sealed a year ago & need to reseal 😢

[@tinadavy3990]

like ... name some please😊

[@adalizfletcher1805]

Do u recommend one?

[@juanettethompson1622]

Shower 🚿 head omg need that .. looks like a great back message

[@falonmusic]

“Back”

[@kB5TVP]

No, that's called HARD WATER. 😂😂😂😂 not mold. ❤ Mold... you know... I've had a rough past week... and this is gonna make me chuckle today. 😂❤❤❤

[@LesslieA]

Thank you for the tip!!!!! Your the besssst!!!❤

[@CMBauer]

That’s so cool!

[@marksoprano007]

❤ yes you are spot on. This is what I have been using for years and it works well. Only thing I would recommend is after rinsing, go over it with a cleaner that you like the smell, as the Clorox bleach smell is strong and lingers for at least a day or two.

[@136marilyn]

What do you guys do with your cleaning supplies to store them like brushes/sponges etc...like how do you disinfect them so you're not spreading germs all around your house? Or what do you throw away and not reuse? sometimes I'm so picky with cross-contamination that i end up using things I'm about to throw in the trash.

[@blah914]

dishwasher/washing machine 🤷‍♀️ if it icks u out, your machines need a rinse cycle once in a while anyhow. I typically do house - clean cleaning supplies - clean machine. u don't need to "disinfect", just wash them with hot water (60-90 celcius)

[@courtneyfink5880]

You can clean sponges and brushes in some water and vinegar to disinfect them.

[@seashelle73]

Ok I know where it’s going wrong for me. I spray it and wait, but then my husband needs to take a shower, I have to start dinner, somebody calls, laundry needs folded, etc and I end up 1 1/2 weeks later with a half empty bottle and still never scrubbed it. 😂 I’m going to have to disappoint some folks to get this done.

[@j.h.3777]

If you have black mold just soak toilet paper in bleach and press it into the mold. Leave overnight and take it away. All will be clean before anyone needs to shower. No scrubbing required.

[@user-be3lu6di6e]

Make husband scrub it

[@Charybdismoon]

​@@user-be3lu6di6eLMFAO Make? Right. That's funny.

[@InTheKitchenWithGinaYoung]

Thank you😊

[@oldskoolwayy]

If you have this problem that means you are not sealing your tile like you supposed to and all of those acidic shampoos and soaps amd cleaners are eating away your tile grout and tile grout has pores that absorbs moisture this is why you are supposed to seal your shower every 6 months to a year with tile sealer

[@catt99mahal8]

Looks like my tile. I regret remodeling my bathroom with all white tiles. Thank you for this video

[@jessicaripko]

I have white tile. I literally spray it with a bleach/water mixture. It’s been 2 years and I’ve never had to scrub the grout or tiles. Stays perfectly clean and white.

[@mariamaria2751]

white is the best, you can see when it's starting to get funky, what? you want to pretend life threatening bacteria that can literally cause you death or illness , you'd rather not see it pretend the filth and germs are not there??

[@TVDii]

You are now one of my new favorite channels !! I love cleaning tips

[@Maddie9185]

This thing is awesome. I told my sister in law about it and she used it on her outdoor patio furniture that had a lot of mold and it came out looking brand new.

[@priscillag9242]

YES!! I agree! That’s what I use to clean not only the tile in my tub, but the sink and commode as well! And yes wear a mask with this cleaner because it’s really strong but works oh so well!!

[@Alaska_Eshmadai]

steam cleaner 😆 best solution

[@hildacorona3247]

Some times I’ve noticed that once you start using Clorox it open up to more mold and then it starts turning black so I just use dawn water and elbow grease

[@cassthompson3386]

No. That is not true in the slightest. If you are cleaning properly, bleach actually kills the mold and spores....There's literally no way bleach could be causing more mold lol

[@carolmarino3434]

Love ❤ all your shorts & videos.❤ Keep it coming. ❤

[@juliastefanko2711]

Thank you so much, Vanessa! I did this today. I have white tile and it looks beautiful. ✨

[@Psalm34v7]

I love this product. I use it in my toilet bowl too, cause we get this red mold, where I live, from the water. It's an amazing product!

[@courtneyfink5880]

The red ring in the toilet is from hard water. Same as what gets in the shower. Look up hard water build up.

[@misscarmen491]

Thank you for sharing! This is helpful.

[@LBee-uo6lp]

I got the bristle brush you suggested. They are such a game changer! I love all your videos,thank you Vanessa! You’re the best😊

[@brownbunny577]

I LIKE THE WAY YOU SAID PRETTY ON THIS VIDEO 😊

[@daliliasegura9655]

Thanks for all your tips ! You’re really good in all you do ! ❤️

[@Fonzier]

The pink stuff is not mold, it is a bacteria called serratia marcescens. The products you use should still work and it's relatively harmless.

[@veronicasanchez696]

I love how you sound like Salma Hayek ❤ Love your channel u just got my cleaning cart and all the essentials and I’m putting together now my Kids are like “why is mommie excited about cleaning supplies” Mmmmmm! If they only knew they will know soon and I’m glad to be passing on some great cleaning tips. Thank you so much.❤❤❤❤ reminds me of when my grandma used to teach us as kids miss my Nana ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Copen.Whiskey]

Subbed. Youre amazing!

[@Msheartofwisdom]

I love your content! ❤ keep going ✨

[@stephanieoregan]

I love your methods!! You're the best!

[@raeannuria5691]

Thank You for posting!!!

[@Alice_v2.0]

😢Wait! What happened to her catch phrase “How preetttyyyyyy!” Every time I heard it, it put a great big smile on my face, but this is the third recent short where the video has ended without it!🥺 I’ve seen other comments, so I know I’m not the only fan who loved it…. And yes, I know we’re here for the cleaning tips and advice, but we can love the cuteness and joy too! 😊

[@danacaro-herman3530]

@Alice_2.0. Maybe she's tired or going through something we don't know about, people aren't always the same she's a human being not a robot.

[@sueh2928]

She said it but not with the enthusiasm that she normally has.

[@jenniferdas7809]

As for letting it dry, I have an older bathroom which doesn’t circulate air as well as current technology allows for with all the new fans(I need to fix that!) but I do have a small powerful fan I put in my bathroom to get the air flowing. It makes such a difference for so many niggling things like mold. Drying out your bathroom is so good for it.

[@susihuber2388]

Our tiler warned us against ever using cleaning that includes chlorine. He said they actually enable mold by creating pores between the tiles. He recommended using vinegar or old fashioned cleaning soap instead. Works great!

[@venessatalbert9232]

Hey Nessa! This is Nessa. Thank you for this because I needed something for this in my big bathroom ❤

[@opybrook7766]

There MUST be a Natural, earth friendly, non deadly chemical method!

[@pinkpugginz]

😂

[@palomafernandez6748]

I read allot of comments saying this is not mold but issues from hard water and calcium build up. If so try vinegar. I used it to descale my Keurig. If you want extra action lightly coat the floor with baking soda and then spray vinegar on top to activate it and then let me know if it works lol! I really like how she explains things and she has great tips but I also wish she showed more natural and home made alternatives.

[@marilynlee6819]

Thanks Vanessa, so Pretty!

[@thebreakofdawnzinaz2898]

Wow! You are magic. Thanks for the info!

[@SRHisntSilent]

I had to subscribe to you You make cleaning easy

[@musicloverportishead]

You’re my new best friend!!! Love you and thank you. ❤

[@natalieraeann]

Not always! It can also be iron buildup from your water. I’m my house we have well water and we have to use very specific cleaning supplies to remove the stains

[@rickymemeti1826]

Nice work 👏👏

[@hoagybob]

Christina is exactly right! This is the bacterium Serratia.

[@sophiaiswisdom1]

Whether you are a housekeeper or not you really need to be cautious whenever you are using mold and mildew removers. They are very toxic and can affect anyone.

[@usa45CC]

Thank you!

[@poison_ivy1000]

Mold Armor. Works 10x better and no scrubbing

[@saigeconnolly]

I'd love to see a side to side comparison of waiting after you spray the product to scrub vs not waiting

[@hdb80]

That cleaner is the best cleaner I think I've ever used. Serious magic.

[@helloitsduck]

could I use this spray on my bathroom ceilings?

[@Emiliapocalypse]

That pink detail brush made my heart leap with joy! Where do we get one??

[@josa720]

Hi Vanesa , can you do a video on the difference between ScrubDaddy, ScrubMommy, ScrubBaby (congrats!), ScourDaddy, and the other Scrub products, and the situations when to use each? Thanks.

[@amryehiya6675]

The Lysol mold and mildew is also amazing I use almost forall cleaning instead of bleach

[@jasond.b-w]

Is this still worthwhile to do without the brushing step? I have horrible red-brown and black mold ALL over my shower as well as a horrific drain fly infestation but for disability reasons I can’t reach it, I honestly don’t have the ability to clean the surfaces I can reach anyway, and I’m completely alone. I have trouble breathing when I spend too much time in there but turning the fan on just produces a burning smell now (I can’t reach that to clean it either) so I only use it to dry the room out, it can’t be on when I’m in there. Can spraying the mold and letting it sit and then immediately rinsing it off help at _all?_ I’m so desperate to figure something out here :(

[@rdb4996]

Hmm, we need solutions here. Do you have OK water pressure? If so, you could try to spray, let it sit and then use the water pressure to dislodge. Might need repeating multiple times. Alternatively, is there a way for you to use a brush with a long stick? Or even a scrub sponge attached to the end of a broomstick perhaps?

[@arianajoy1090]

If you were nearby, I'd help you. I do think sparying, leaving, and rinsing thoroughly would help. Are you able to use a long handled brush?

[@blah914]

u might be better off just using bleach then in a spray bottle then, not any specific brand. these clorox detergent bottles are bad for ur lungs bc the spray diffuses in a way that's easy for u to inhale. just bleach (dilute as directed on bottle) in a bottle w a more targeted nozzle is better. also much cheaper. use a mask anyway and it will bleach ur clothes. Usually this is overkill supreme, but if scrubbing is inacessible for u, then "overkill" might just bevneeded. there are tools that are electrical, like a brush attached to a drill. u can get attachment to a drill, or there are ones that are specially made and with a meter long handle. we can't put links in YT shorts, but they have them kn Amazon. If nothing else, please consider getting help for the first clean. I understand it might be a bit embarassing if its bad, but my grand uncle never let us help w anything, not even letting us into his apartment, and when he died we found it was full of mould and had probably caused many of the issues he was hospitalised and died for. if its too expensive there are charities who do pro-bono and yt channels that do free cleanings. maybe one of those teams are in your area ❤

[@debbiejohnson7758]

I read someone's comment about spraying 3% hydrogen peroxide on moldy areas, let it bubble up, and after about 10 minutes or so, scrub or rinse it off. Will not be breathing in all the chemicals either. Worth a try.

[@cathycoryell2351]

Longer handle scrub brush. Home depot sells longer broom handles, and separate types of mop heads, or scrub brush. White vinegar in tub, drains, let sit overnight. Boil a pot of water, and pour into drains daily. Super washing soda, (from laundry aisle) mixed with warm or hot water, scrub in, let sit 5 minutes, scrub again. Rinse. Ket to getting rid of things, once set in, you have to wash it daily for a week or so. Then you can be sure it is truly clean, and back off to once a week, for regular maintenance.

[@ASentientPlant]

You can also get an orange color from high iron content in water.

[@algerineclayton479]

Thank you!!!

[@pharmjpd007]

Thank you

[@saushakamara]

That shower head is awesome

[@user-fy1wh1fg7z]

How would you clean black tile and black colored grout? What products would you use?

[@every4th]

I love the tong pointer, really adds an extra oomf for emphasis

[@JoshPalmeri]

Thanks!

[@noodleMoodle253]

Question for the Tilers: can you scrub grout with a brush like that? I was under the impression it eat away at the grout over time ?

[@christinalapoint4135]

Baking soda and vinegar works too

[@Iegend17]

Hot water and vinegar guys. Enjoy and be safe

[@charletfoster8917]

Thank you🙏🏿☺️

[@georgeduncan8946]

Tried this.☝🏿☝🏿💥💥💥💥 Astounding..a black mold also...ive seen it😮😮

[@FoodShowFan]

What do you wear on your feet while cleaning, and which mask for the face when using bleach products? And what about if you have young kids, I rather not use the harsh chemicals but do want the bathtub and shower tiles to be sanitized and cleaned without having to use half a gallon of vinegar . Thanks!

[@gwendolynsmith9666]

Thanks for sharing

[@1confidenttrini43]

Very pretty!! 🫡🤜🏽🤛🏽 That’s all I use, lol cus I don’t want to crib nothing!! My back be hurting shooo 😂😂😂😂😂❤💯💪🏽👑😘

[@BOUJEE_ONABUDGET]

😮😮😮😮 WALTER HAD ME CLUTCHING MY PEARLS.

[@Flowerbomb0506]

I used the Brillo and sos pads OMFG game changer n my stall shower ❤🎉

[@brianskinner5711]

Thanks for the tip.

[@Catsface99]

I love Tilex!! It gets rid of mold better than anything I have ever used!

[@BabyMaliha]

I don’t recommend textured/small bathroom tiles ❤ Less hassle

[@Pubslife]

I totally agree. I wish I chose another shower floor.

[@ccirish4519]

Use vinegar for all mold.

[@coopy00]

thank you for this.. is that orange mold or orange from rusty pipes?

[@hazy9785]

Good job!

[@persuswaore943]

Thank you for the help

[@ropolito1980]

Thanks girl!!!!

[@janellperez447]

Hi Vanessa do you use some kind of mask when you use the Clorox cleaner for the bathrooms?? Cause it so strong🤷‍♀️