Despite your best efforts to clean your bathroom regularly, it will always be the perfect breeding ground for mold and mildew due to the rich amount of moisture and heat present, which are the things they need to thrive. Aside from making your bathroom smell foul, it can also cause respiratory problems later on. In this post, Total Bath Systems, one of the top bathroom renovation companies, shares some of the best bathroom upgrades to consider to eliminate mold.
Proper Ventilation
When you’re creating a bathroom design, your number one priority should be sufficient ventilation to eliminate moisture present in your shower or any appliances, which can help remove the spores in the room. One of the best ways to do so is to add an efficient exhaust system that can eliminate steam and mist quickly.
Allow Light In
Mold spores love darkness since it won’t allow wet surfaces to dry out quickly, allowing humidity to ensue. One of the best solutions to this is to install a window. If your main concern is privacy, then your bathroom remodeling contractors will tell you that you can get window treatment options like textured glass or window films to maintain your privacy. Leave the windows open when you’re not using your bathroom to eliminate the spores.
Install Mold-Resistant Materials
Fortunately, there are tons of building materials that you can use to prevent mold from growing in the first place. You can opt to use mold-resistant paint, or paint with mildew-resistant additives. Also, do consider vinyl flooring which is not only low-maintenance, but also resistant to water, mold and mildew. They come in numerous colors to fit your personal preferences as well.
Total Bath Systems is one of the most trusted shower remodeling companies in all of Connecticut. If you are thinking about a conversion, be sure to give us a call at (860) 410-6950 or fill out our contact form to speak to one of our experts today.