Ever notice a slimy pink or reddish film on your shower walls and grout lines? This sticky substance—often called pink mold—is usually found in warm, moist environments that lack proper ventilation, such as bathrooms. Learn all about it as home experts answer questions about pink mold, its causes, and the best ways to get rid of it for good.
What Is Pink Mold?
First, pink mold is not mold, even though that’s what many people call it, along with pink mildew and pink slime. The substance is a combination of unsightly microbes.“It’s a type of waterborne bacteria called Serratia marcescens,” Eliana Coca, owner of E.C. House Cleaning, said. “It thrives in moist environments and feeds on fatty substances like soap scum and shampoo residue, making bathrooms a common battleground.”
