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Camilla Sharman

Why does mold keep coming back? It turns out it’s not just about how well I clean

Mold in the grouting of tiles.

No matter how hard I try to remove mold from my home, it keeps coming back. Despite my efforts to properly clean mold, I can’t break the recurring cycle of unsightly black stains that appear in my bathroom.

Beyond the aesthetic — nothing ruins the look of a pristine bathroom more than patches of black mold — there’s the health worry. I don’t want my home to become a breeding ground for spores that can trigger allergic reactions and respiratory issues. While I consider my home clean, the mold always lets it down.

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