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What do I use to remove mildew?

11 replies

slimmy · 28/04/2017 21:09

A small patch of mildew has recently appeared on the ceiling above the shower (despite the bathroom being well ventilated, window open a LOT). The ceiling is just plasterboard painted white. What product would take the mildew away but leave the paint behind?

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usefultoken · 28/04/2017 21:14

The only thing that works on our bathroom ceiling is bleach

Mistletoekids · 28/04/2017 21:14

How do you apply it?

Mistletoekids · 28/04/2017 21:14

Have a smillar problem but wooden floors below don't want drips

Olivo · 28/04/2017 21:15

I use the dettol mould and mildew spray, seems to do a. Good job.

donajimena · 28/04/2017 21:15

Bleach on a cloth

Iamastonished · 28/04/2017 21:17

Dettol mould and mildew spray. Works every time. I keep our bathroom well ventilated, but it is inevitable that mould appears on the ceiling above the shower.

VivienneWestwoodsKnickers · 28/04/2017 21:20

Mould and mildew spray. Any brand. B&M and Lidl ones are fine. Spray on and leave.

Alexandra87 · 28/04/2017 21:25

Astonish mould and mildew spray then repaint with anti mildew paint

PosiePootlePerkins · 28/04/2017 21:27

HG mould spray. Stinks to high heaven but does the job. Be careful to wear gloves and protect your eyes if you're spraying the ceiling.

What do I use to remove mildew?
dorean · 29/04/2017 15:14

I remove it with dettol mildew spray spray on leave for a couple of minutes and then wipe off.

jellyshoeswithdiamonds · 29/04/2017 22:36

Astonish mould and mildrew remover. Spray on, wipe with microfibre cloth (cheap ones are just as good).

I use Dulux bathroom paint

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