Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Have you ever opened your closet to discover an unpleasant musty ...

Ugh, mildew. But how is this unsightly growth any different from household mold? The two are often grouped together and basically have the same goal, which is to munch on and grow off organic objects.

Your shower curtain doesn't just "randomly" grow mildew - this simple post-shower habit is usually to blame. Here's what to ...

Mildew thrives in moist, damp spaces — think dark spots on your clothes, powdery clusters on wood furniture or black gunk in the corners of your shower. The disgusting fungus may be hiding in ...

Mildew growth is surface-level, so it's easy to get rid of with vinegar or bleach. Mold penetrates deeper into a surface, so ...

Simply remove them and follow the washing instructions on their tag — this should suffice to lift outdoor grime, such as mold, mildew, pollen, bird droppings and dirt. But in the case of tree sap, ...

Dear Ryan: Dark mildewed grout is common in most bathrooms and anywhere else where there is tile and constant moisture. Even though the rest of the bathroom is clean, the discolored grout makes the ...