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When Bathroom Surface Mold Returns: Knowing When to Clean Caulk or Replace It

Bathroom caulk serves a simple but vital purpose: it seals gaps where water might sneak behind tiles, around tubs, and along sinks. Over time, though, that smooth bead of caulk can turn dark, speckled, or downright fuzzy. The question many homeowners face is whether they can scrub that discoloration away or whether the caulk itself needs to come out. The answer depends on what you find when you look closely. Understanding the difference between surface-level bathroom surface