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The grout between the floor tiles in my JBR apartment's master bathroom has gone from light grey to almost black, and no matter how much I scrub, it won't come clean. I've been here for about a year and it's gotten progressively worse, especially around the shower area. Am I responsible for getting this professionally cleaned, or is this something the building maintenance or landlord should handle before it causes bigger issues?
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The responsibility typically falls on the tenant for general cleaning and maintenance, which includes regular grout scrubbing. However, this sounds like a persistent issue that may be beyond simple surface dirt. In Dubai's high-humidity environment, especially in a bathroom with constant moisture, this progressive blackening is likely a deep-seated mould or mildew infestation within the grout itself, not just dirt.
For structural or pre-existing dampness issues, the landlord is generally responsible under Dubai rental law (Law No. 26 of 2007), which mandates that the property must be habitable and free from defects. If the problem is due to poor ventilation, leaking pipes behind the tiles, or faulty waterproofing that was present before you moved in, it constitutes a maintenance issue the landlord must rectify. Before escalating, document the issue with photos and dates to show its progression. A professional inspection can determine the root cause—whether it's superficial or indicative of a moisture problem. If it's just surface biological growth from the humid climate, a professional deep clean with appropriate antimicrobial agents can resolve it. For recurrent issues, improving bathroom ventilation by running the exhaust fan longer or using a dehumidifier can help manage the moisture that mould thrives on. |
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