Mildew is what you see when mold, which is a living fungus, that anchors itself to surfaces, but the two words are used interchangeably.. In order to eradicate mildew, kill it at its roots. Mildew is usually black but can appear pink, red, or green. For occasional mildew problems, use Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Mildew Root™ Penetrator & Remover. For more serious problems, consult a mold remediation specialist.
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What are the most common locations for mildew to grow?
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Mildew often grows in bathrooms and other damp areas as a result of a combination of poor ventilation, moisture, and food sources (body oil, soap scum, paint, and oxygen). In bathrooms, check for mold and mildew in grout, on windowsills, on the ceiling, and under the sink, among other places.
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Why does mildew grow in caulk, grout and on the ceiling?
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Mildew grows in grout because it is a porous surface that is constantly wet. Mildew is also often found on bathroom ceilings because of poor ventilation and a ready supply of food and moisture. In addition, mildew can grow behind caulk if its airtight seal has been broken. Unfortunately once mildew moves behind the caulk, it is hard to penetrate with a cleaner and may require removal and a fresh caulk application. If fresh caulk is applied, the area should first be prepared with a bleach solution.
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What can be done to prevent mildew from growing?
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Mildew needs moisture, a source of nutrition, and the right temperature to grow. To prevent mildew from growing, improve ventilation by installing a fan or opening windows. Use Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Mildew Root™ Penetrator & Remover to more deeply penetrate porous surfaces and kill mold at its source.
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Is Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover effective against cleaning hard water stains on counters and tubs?
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Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover is not particularly effective against hard water stains. In general, an acidic product is required to very effectively remove hard water stains.
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Are there any specific health hazards associated with the use of Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover?
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Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover label warns to avoid prolonged breathing of the vapor and it is not recommended for use by people with chronic respiratory or heart conditions. As with many bleach-based products, Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover is an eye and skin irritant and will form hazardous gasses (chlorine and chloramines) if mixed with acid or ammonia containing chemicals. Always use product as directed on label.
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How does Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover work?
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Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover is proven to kill and remove tough mildew without damaging most bathroom surfaces. It penetrates and lifts off soap scum with detergent-type ingredients (surfactants) to kill the mildew lurking below the surface. Plus, the bleach in Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover decolorizes mildew and kills it.
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Is Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover safe for use on all bathroom surfaces?
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Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover is safe for use on most bathroom surfaces including grout, glazed ceramic tile, tubs, fiberglass, glass shower doors, vinyl curtains, counters, sinks, and no-wax floors. We recommend against using the product on granite, natural/synthetic marble, wood or painted surfaces. Avoid contact with aluminum, clothes, fabric, carpet, or paper surfaces.
We recommend rinsing immediately after use on rubber, plastic, and vinyl. Avoid prolonged contact with metal and old porcelain as Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover can react with these materials and leave a temporary "rust" stain.
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Is it okay to mix Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover with another cleaner?
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No. You should never mix cleaning chemicals as this can cause serious chemical reactions. Do not mix Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover with other products containing ammonia, such as toilet bowl cleaners, rust removers, vinegar, or acid. To do so will release hazardous gases.
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What are the ingredients of Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover?
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Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover contains sodium hypochlorite (bleach) to kill mildew and remove the mildew stains, detergent-type ingredients, and fragrance. This product contains no phosphorus.
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How long can Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover be stored before it loses its cleaning power?
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The active ingredient in Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover, sodium hypochlorite, loses its strength after one year.
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What is soap scum?
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Soap scum is created when water combines with soap, body oils, hair conditioners, exfoliants, shampoos, and dirt to make a film that stubbornly clings to showers, tubs, and sink surfaces.
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What does soap scum look like?
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Soap scum takes on a variety of different looks: a slimy grayish brown ring around tubs, white chalky film on tiles and shower doors, and various other grimy soils in the shower, tub, and sink.
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What's the difference between Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover and Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Soap Scum Remover & Disinfectant?
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Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Disinfects Instant Mildew Remover contains bleach (sodium hypochlorite), which is particularly effective at killing mildew. Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Soap Scum Remover & Disinfectant, however, is specially formulated to remove soap scum build-up on bathroom surfaces. Do not mix the products.
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Is Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Soap Scum Remover & Disinfectant safe for use on all bathroom surfaces?
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Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Soap Scum Remover & Disinfectant is non-abrasive, so unlike harsh cleansers it is safe for use on most bathroom surfaces including glass shower doors, glazed ceramic tile, plastic, chrome, fiberglass, glazed porcelain, and synthetic marble. Do not use Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Soap Scum Remover & Disinfectant on natural marble, granite, brass, or varnished wood. Use Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Soap Scum Remover & Disinfectant as directed.
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Will I get more cleaning power if I mix Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Soap Scum Remover & Disinfectant with other household cleaning products?
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No. You should never mix cleaning chemicals as this can cause serious chemical reactions. Do not mix Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Soap Scum Remover & Disinfectant with other products containing ammonia, such as toilet bowl cleaners, rust removers, vinegar or acid. To do so, will release hazardous gases. However, you can use Tilex® Fresh Shower® cleaner in your shower after cleaning it with Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Soap Scum Remover & Disinfectant.
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What are the ingredients of Clorox Commercial Solutions® Tilex® Soap Scum Remover & Disinfectant?
