How to get rid of mould on window sealant

Can mould on window sealant be cleaned properly or does it need replacing? Some of it looks like it’s gone into the sealant rather than just sitting on the surface, and I’m wondering if cleaning is a waste of time.

Asked by Abdul on 1st Feb 2026
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"Depends how long it’s been there the way you prescribed it. It’s not gonna clear off. So I think he’s gonna need redo it."
Answered on 1st Feb 2026 - Member since Aug 2025 - report
"Hi. It needs to be scraped out and replaced you can’t clean it"
Answered on 1st Feb 2026 - Member since May 2024 - report
"Remove and renew
Get a professional to fo it for you"
Answered on 1st Feb 2026 - Member since Jul 2025 - report
"It’s better if will be charging all the seals you can’t do clean properly there are some cleaner available in market but sometime it’s cost more then new seal"
Answered on 1st Feb 2026 - Member since Jan 2019 - report
"You can buy a silicone gel which you put on the sealant and then wipe off which cleans them. Personally, for a proper job, it'll always look better if the sealant is removed and resealed."
Answered on 17th Feb 2026 - Member since Feb 2026 - report
"you can clean the mould with mould cleaner but it will return looks like you need ventalation to your windows."
Answered on 2nd Feb 2026 - Member since Jan 2026 - report
"Hi, it will need replacing, cut out old mouky silicone and reseal, also check outside seals to see what condition they are in too. Hope this helps.
Absolute sealants."
Answered on 4th Feb 2026 - Member since Mar 2025 - report
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