A savvy cleaner has shared her straightforward mix for tackling the persistent issue of mould in shower grouting. Chantel Mila, known to her TikTok followers as @mama_mila_, shared her method for addressing one of the most troublesome cleaning challenges in the bathroom.
The development of mould in grout is largely due to its porosity, which allows it to absorb moisture, thereby offering mould a perfect breeding ground. Factor in the high humidity and heat from showers, limited airflow, and the presence of soap scum, and you’ve got an ideal mould haven, reports the Express.
To counter this, Chantel concocted a homemade remedy comprising just three ingredients that not only eliminates mould but also helps prevent its return. All that’s required are hydrogen peroxide, dishwashing liquid, and tea tree oil.
Chantel mentioned: “This powerful mix can be used on grout, tiles, shower door seals, and all around your bathroom. Leave it for fifteen minutes and rinse to reveal your sparkling shower.”
In her video caption, Mila wrote: “One of your top requests! The secret to cleaning tough stained shower grout (and removing mould!) this spray is my go-to and you can either mix it in a spray bottle or place the ratio in a dish wand to make grout cleaning easy!
“Simply mix: 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide (to whiten and disinfect), 1 tbsp dish soap (to cut through soap scum), 10 drops tea tree oil (to rid mould).
“This powerful mix can be used on stained grout, tiles, your shower door seal and all around your bathroom. Leave it for 15 minutes before rinsing to reveal your sparkling shower.”
Tea tree oil has been hailed as a formidable opponent against mould thanks to its natural fungicidal properties that help eradicate mould spores. The information platform Mould in Homes affirms that out of all natural remedies for killing mould, tea tree oil stands at the pinnacle of efficacy.
While recognised for its effectiveness and environmental friendliness, the experts also caution that tea tree oil can be toxic if ingested and may trigger irritation on sensitive skin.