Tub/tile question

Re: Tub/tile question

• Pokedot member

  January 2014

  Is that on the grout? The picture is a bit hard to see. If so bleach is your best option to kill it. They have grout paint you can use to cover the actual grout up and cover the stains. I'm not sure about codes because you are in a high rise but doesn't a bathroom require a bathroom fan or some type or air ciruclation?

   

   

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• ktnicole member

  January 2014

  I would clean with bleach and a toothbrush, there is a grout sealer that is a roll on that may help. Honestly I would put a small fan in there and let it stay dried out. Or clear caulking/silicone over it. Silicone is a mess though, fyi.

  
  

  
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• MommaP12 member

  January 2014

  Pokedot said:

  Is that on the grout? The picture is a bit hard to see. If so bleach is your best option to kill it. They have grout paint you can use to cover the actual grout up and cover the stains. I'm not sure about codes because you are in a high rise but doesn't a bathroom require a bathroom fan or some type or air ciruclation?

  I know! I hate there is no ventilation and thought there were codes/rules about it too.
  
  Should I just spray bleach on it before bed to get it killed overnight and so I don't asphyxiate us?

  

  
  

  
  

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• Cheenomae member

  January 2014

  I also suggest using the bleach and a scrub brush. If a guy came out and claims to have sealed it I'm guessing as soon as he sees your picture he's going to be willing to rectify the situation. April wasn't that long ago so you definitely shouldn't have mold already growing if it was sealed correctly. Try to be only a a little pissed until you know if he's going to fix it or not, then if not you can lose your shit on him. FX!
  

  
  
  

  
  

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• ktnicole member

  January 2014

  When I use it, I put a box fan in and just go at it. Keep the kiddo corraled away

  
  

  
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• MommaP12 member

  January 2014

  Haha, I sent a nice email with the photo and will remain calm outwardly to get my way.

  

  
  

  
  

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• Pokedot member

  January 2014

  MommaP12 said:

  Is that on the grout? The picture is a bit hard to see. If so bleach is your best option to kill it. They have grout paint you can use to cover the actual grout up and cover the stains. I'm not sure about codes because you are in a high rise but doesn't a bathroom require a bathroom fan or some type or air ciruclation?

  I know! I hate there is no ventilation and thought there were codes/rules about it too. Should I just spray bleach on it before bed to get it killed overnight and so I don't asphyxiate us?

  
  I'd just put a fan on it as you work and keep the kids away until it dries. Make sure it's fully dry first. Give it even 24 hours. Also if this is where mold grows constantly you might want to seal it with a grout sealer after. It comes clear and you just paint it on basically. Caulking around the area would be a great idea as well. Water gets in the smallest spots, its crazy! Use a bathroom/kitchen 100% silicone caulk that is mold and mildew resistant. Our shower surround is all tile. We have to recaulk it at least 1 time a year around the base, where the tile/tub meet. It's not a fun job but something you have to do! GL!

   

   

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• MommaP12 member

  January 2014

  Thanks ladies.  They did reply and are coming back out next week to fix it.  I'm glad, but I still feel like they don't really "clean it" but maybe they'll do better this time.  We are hoping to be outta here by mid March anyway, FX!

  

  
  

  
  

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