3 Mold Spots in My Home I Didn't Know I Was Cleaning Wrong

After the humid season passed, I found mold everywhere in my apartment.

Black circles on the walls. Green grout in the bathroom. Mold spots on my fridge door seals. I’d been wiping with disinfectant, but it always came back within days. This time I actually researched it. I was doing everything wrong.

Mistake 1: Using only disinfectant

Disinfectant kills bacteria but doesn’t stop mold spores. They were still there, waiting. The right approach: scrape off existing mold first, then use a dedicated mold remover.

Mistake 2: Cleaning bathroom silicone with regular cleaner

Bathroom silicone seals are the hardest to clean because silicone is porous — mold grows deep inside. I tried mold gel this time. Applied it, waited 30 minutes, wiped. Ten times better than disinfectant. But prevention is best — wipe seals dry after every shower.

Mistake 3: Ignoring fridge door gaskets

This one surprised me. Fridge seals collect condensation, and rubber material is mold-prone. Right method: wipe with white vinegar monthly, then keep seals dry.

Most effective mold-busting combo:

• Wall corners: scrape + mold remover
• Bathroom silicone: gel, apply thick, wait 30 min
• Fridge seals: vinegar + dry cloth

The humid season is over but plum rain season starts soon. Suggest checking these three spots now before the next wave hits. Don’t wait until mold gets bad.