Bath tub solution
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Annie Zhang
Hi, I recently moved into my new house, the previous owner had a whirlpool tub, but the water jet holes in the tub is filled with discussing moles and some unknown black stuff, I have tried washing it, but every time I did, it reappears few days later, I want to close the holes permanently because it'll cost me a lot of money to replace the tub and re-tile the bathroom. Do you have solution for my problem? What do you recommend to seal the holes? My email is Ann4621@gmail.com if you have questions for me. Thanks so much! Btw I love all your DIYs and home solutions
3 answers
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I hope you mean molds and not moles in the holes. ;^) I'm going to tag Bob at @Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com to help you out.
Z
on Sep 22, 2014
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The mold you are seeing is body oils, dead skin, soap. You need to fill the tub with a chlorine and water solution and run the tub. Drain and do again, and again until the soap scum is cleaned out. This is a common issue with people who use these tubs with bath oils and do not shower before using them. The pipes inside tend to hold water and do not drain all the way when the water is drained out. Then the water dries out by evaporation leaving the dead skin and other gunk in the pipes.
Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com
on Sep 22, 2014
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Here is a link to learn more about infections with hot tubs. http://www.home-wizard.com/how-to-guide/home-outdoors/hot-tub-spa/articles-videos/hot-tub-health-safety-tips.aspx
Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com
on Sep 23, 2014
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