Our water in our apartment complex has a pinkish/orangeish color to it when it dries on a surface like the shower curtain or under shampoo bottles in the shower or in the dish drainer. Any ideas what that is?
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Most likely that is from iron bacteria. They are not lethal, but if they get through, other bacteria get through as well. A word with the health or building inspector will usually result in the apartment complex being given a date by which to rectify the problem.
Normally the bacteria are killed off with chlorine or ozone, and then filtered out. Have FUN! DearWebby
I would definatly say something to the manager about it. It's probably what we call "well water". I found that "Whink Rust Remover, or "the WORKS" removes it with ease--but these chemicals are caustic to the skin.
I've seen the same thing from time to time. I thought it was a type of mildew that built up. I clean often and have started to use a spray bottle with vinegar and water in it. I give these surfaces a spray from time to time.
In case it's a problem with the the water tank in the building, I'd make sure to get a water filter for drinking water.
It's probably iron deposits and is not harmful ... All you need is water filter(s) if it worries or bothers you ...
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