Grout mould clears in 20 minutes if you ditch bleach for 3 “more effective” natural items (Image: Getty)
in grout is not uncommon, considering many people do not their bathrooms often enough, practically inviting mould to live there.
Not only does on grout look unsightly, but it can be potentially harmful to your health.
While many may argue that mould can be removed entirely with bleach, this is not the case.
Bleach or bleach-type products just remove the colour of the mould , giving the illusion of a mould-free bathroom. However, the mould is still actually there, alive and growing.
The other problem with harsh chemicals like bleach is that it will harm your grout. Not only have these chemicals been known to remove the colour from grout but they will also weaken the grout’s structure.
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Bleach will only mask mould rather than killing it (Image: Getty)
Taking to her page , Courtney urged households to ditch bleach when combatting mould for a three-ingredient DIY non-toxic grout cleaner.
In , she said: “I wish more people knew about my three-ingredient non-toxic grout cleaner is more effective than bleach.”
In the caption, she added: “Not only is bleach toxic, but it only cleans the surface so mould and mildew will grow back and it can weaken grout over time.
“When bleach reacts with mould and mildew, it can produce hazardous compounds, like chloramines, which are toxic to breathe (on top of the already toxic bleach fumes). So skip the bleach and make your own grout cleaner with three simple ingredients.”
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For this cleaning tip, Courtney combined half a cup of baking soda with a quarter cup of hydrogen peroxide and a teaspoon of dish soap.
Once she had mixed the ingredients to form a paste, she applied it to the stained grout, gave it a good scrub and let it sit for 20 minutes.
After the time was up, Courtney wiped away the paste to reveal whitened grout that was fully free from mould.
Once the grout is cleaned, it is important to prevent mould from reappearing to save yourself time going through this cleaning process again.
One of the most crucial steps in preventing mould growth is ensuring adequate ventilation (Image: Getty)
One of the most crucial steps in preventing mould growth is ensuring adequate ventilation within the bathroom. Proper ventilation helps to expel excess moisture, which is a breeding ground for mould.
This means, whenever possible, open windows to allow fresh air circulation and facilitate the removal of moisture-laden air. Natural ventilation can significantly reduce humidity levels within the bathroom.
For poorly ventilated bathrooms, installing a dehumidifier can help maintain optimal humidity levels. Dehumidifiers extract excess moisture from the air, preventing condensation and inhibiting mildew and mould growth.