subject: Stop Mold Growing On Your Shower Curtain [print this page] A shower curtain is a boon in preventing water getting all over the bathroom floor, however it does have one big disadvantage; the likelihood of icky mold growing on it. To prevent this from happening to your shower curtain, this article discusses some ways to prevent mold and mildew build up.
They kind of shower curtain you purchase can make a big difference on whether mold will grow on it or not. Manufacturers have bought out a type of shower curtain that has been pre-treated with a special anti-mold treatment. This is certainly a boon to those of us who hate having to deal with scrubbing mold off the curtain with harsh chemicals.
Or you may prefer to buy a shower curtain liner. These fit in between the bath and the shower curtain preventing water getting splashed onto the curtain itself, thereby putting a stop to mold growth on it. You can simply throw the liner into the washing machine once a fortnight to keep it clean and fresh.
If you use a vinyl shower curtain, you can soak it in a vinegar solution. The acidic nature of the vinegar prevents the growth of mold. Then as a preventative measure you could make up a spray bottle with 70% vinegar to 30% water and spray that along the bottom of the shower curtain each time you finished in the shower.
If you don't want to use vinegar, another chemical free way to prevent mold on a vinyl shower curtain is to soak it in the same way as the vinegar suggestion. Just make up a strong salty solution with salt and water and soak for a couple of hours.
Another tip for preventing mold on your shower curtain is to fully draw the shower curtain across in order for it to dry out completely; mold can't grow on a dry surface. Don't keeo the curtain scrunched together as this only encourages the development of mold because the curtain is left damp - the perfect environment for mold. Also, get the air circulating in the room by opening a window or turning on the exhaust fan if you have one. This helps take the moisture out of the room.
