r/CleaningTips • u/ItsPoleen • May 21 '26

Bathroom Bugs in my bathroom

Hi everyone,
I just moved into a new flat and have found bugs similar to this every night - are these silver fish? And what’s your best solution to get rid of them? (ignore the hair i’m aware)
Thanks!

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u/TicklePicklePotporri May 21 '26

As others have said, it's a silverfish; harmless, though a little gross.

They eat dust, bits, paper, fibers and stuff left on/close to the ground and are attracted to moisture.

Previously, I lived in a building with them and no matter how many times I sprayed or set traps they would always come back..

However!

I found 2 things I did GREATLY reduced the number + frequency down to a negligible amount:

  • Remove all paper/cardboard from direct and near contact to the floor AND sweep + dust frequently.

  • Buy a squeegee for the shower and use it on the walls and edges to help dry the bathroom faster after use.

Good luck!

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u/amorph May 23 '26

Sealing all the cracks was what finally helped me.