- 100% with you on the “tech” fixes sometimes being more hassle than help.
- Manual timer is my go-to, too. I tried a humidity sensor once and it felt like the fan was training for a marathon—on, off, on…
- Quick tip: I squeegee the walls after showers. Takes 30 seconds, but it’s probably saved me hours of scrubbing mold later.
- And yeah, old houses have enough quirks without adding finicky gadgets to the mix.
Funny, I’ve had clients swear by those humidity sensors, but I totally get the “fan marathon”—some setups seem to have a mind of their own. I love the squeegee trick, too. Do you ever deal with grout lines getting grimy, or does the quick wipe keep that under control? I’m always curious if folks use any specific cleaners or just stick to water.
I love the squeegee trick, too. Do you ever deal with grout lines getting grimy, or does the quick wipe keep that under control?
Honestly, the squeegee helps a ton, but grout’s always going to be a pain if you don’t stay on top of it. I’m not a fan of just water—mild cleaner every week or two makes a difference. Those “miracle” sprays are mostly hype, but a little elbow grease and consistency beats any fancy gadget in my book. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise... grout needs attention, period.
Those “miracle” sprays are mostly hype, but a little elbow grease and consistency beats any fancy gadget in my book.
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve tried a few of those sprays—honestly, half the time they just make the bathroom smell weird. I’ve found that if I hit the grout with a soft brush every couple weeks (nothing fancy, just an old toothbrush), it keeps things from getting out of hand. Squeegee helps, but grout’s stubborn... it’s like it has a grudge or something.
grout’s stubborn... it’s like it has a grudge or something.
Ha, totally get that vibe. Grout’s like the final boss of bathroom cleaning. I’ve had tenants swear by vinegar and baking soda, but honestly, I think it’s just about not letting it get ahead of you. Quick wipe-down after showers, crack the window, and yeah, that old toothbrush trick—simple but weirdly effective. Those sprays are just perfume for mold half the time.
