If there is adequate ventilation in the bathroom, most of the steam/moisture will go there. If there isn't, a door won't save you much, since as soon as you open it all the built-up steam is going to escape in the room anyway. Air conditioning generally takes care of it if it does happen though.
The extra humidity is bound to add to mold issues too. It's not a huge issue when it's largely contained to the bathroom where you can wipe stuff down, but mold in mattresses, upholstered furniture, curtains, and carpet make filling the entire hotel room with steam every day (if not multiple times a day) a very bad idea.
Not to mention that any bacteria thrives in more humid environments. They aren't so good at keeping moist. This is true for a lot of things, especially the smaller the thing is, including bugs. Higher humidity definitely makes good hygiene more difficult.
Why do you think bathrooms have fans? That'd be a lot of effort to deal with farts.
Shit particles are literally blown into the surrounding air when flushing; closing the door and running the fan contains the mess.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toilet_plume
It feels like that wikipedia article was written by a motivated individual and hasn't received significant review...
> viruses & bacteria many of which are known to survive on surfaces for days
> Toilets are scientifically proven
> There is 70 plus years
Have you considered closing the toilet lid?
There was a study which showed closing the lid reduces the acute problem but actually increases dwell time.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/339650907_Real-time...
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Generally you would need everyone else to do that for it to help you, which isn't something you control.
Doors are nice from the public health perspective in that people actually do usually close them without even being asked.
who wants to sleep in a room full of shower steam?
If there is adequate ventilation in the bathroom, most of the steam/moisture will go there. If there isn't, a door won't save you much, since as soon as you open it all the built-up steam is going to escape in the room anyway. Air conditioning generally takes care of it if it does happen though.
The extra humidity is bound to add to mold issues too. It's not a huge issue when it's largely contained to the bathroom where you can wipe stuff down, but mold in mattresses, upholstered furniture, curtains, and carpet make filling the entire hotel room with steam every day (if not multiple times a day) a very bad idea.
Open the window or run the aircon?
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That's a comfort issue. Comfort is important, but it's distinct from hygiene.
Mold
Not to mention that any bacteria thrives in more humid environments. They aren't so good at keeping moist. This is true for a lot of things, especially the smaller the thing is, including bugs. Higher humidity definitely makes good hygiene more difficult.
Why do you think bathrooms have fans? That'd be a lot of effort to deal with farts.
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If the increased humidity promotes mold growth, then yes, it's a hygiene issue.
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