Spray until stains disappear and rinse immediately.
On Hard Surfaces such as glazed ceramic tiles, spray surface until thoroughly wet, let stand for 5 minutes and rinse.
Tip: Heavy mildew buildup may require longer contact time or two cleanings.
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What is mildew? What does mildew look like?
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Mildew is more than just an ugly stain; it's a living fungus that anchors itself to bathroom surfaces—and it won't go away until you kill it at its roots. Mildew is usually black but can appear pink, red or green. Highly humid areas have the most mildew growth.
What are the most common locations for mildew to grow?
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Mildew often grows in bathrooms and other locations in the house because there is a combination of poor ventilation, moisture and food sources (i.e., body oil, soap scum, paint and oxygen). In the bathroom, mildew can grow anywhere: in grout, in shower tracking, on windowsills, on the ceiling and under the sink.
Why does mildew grow in the caulk & grout in my shower and on the ceiling?
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Mildew grows in grout because it is a porous surface that can be 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 watertight seal has been broken. Unfortunately once mildew moves behind the caulk, it is hard to penetrate with a cleaner. If this is the case, you should get professional cleaning assistance.
What can I do 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, you need to improve ventilation in your bathroom by installing a fan or opening a window.
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Is it okay to mix Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold & Mildew Remover with another cleaner?
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No. We don’t recommend mixing Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold and Mildew Remover with other household chemicals, since doing so could release toxic fumes.
What is mold vs. mildew?
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Mold and mildew are both fungi. Typically, mold is black or green, and mildew is gray or white. Fungi can grow and leave unsightly stains on food, exercise areas (Athletes Foot fungus), bathroom walls, basement walls or fabrics. Mold and Mildew can be killed by using Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold and Mildew Remover.
How does Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold & Mildew Remover work?
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Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold & Mildew Remover is designed 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® Plus Tilex® Mold & Mildew Remover decolorizes mildew and kills it.
Is Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold & Mildew Remover safe for use on all bathroom surfaces?
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Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold & 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. Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold & Mildew Remover is safe for use on synthetic marble. You should rinse immediately after use on rubber, plastic and vinyl. Avoid prolonged contact with metal and old porcelain as Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold & Mildew Remover can react with these materials and leave a temporary “rust” stain. We do not recommend using Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold & Mildew Remover on wood or painted surfaces unless you plan to refinish or to repaint them. Avoid contact with aluminum, clothes, fabric, carpet or paper surfaces.
How long can I store Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold & Mildew Remover before it loses its cleaning power?
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I have a dog and/or a cat. Is it safe to use Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold & Mildew Remover?
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The active ingredient in Clorox® Plus Tilex® Mold & Mildew Remover, sodium hypochlorite, loses its strength after one year.
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