Black mold can be a health hazard in your home.To rid your home of mold, you should use a professional.Smaller mold removal projects may be able to be tackled organically.
Step 1: Determine how to get rid of the mold.
Health problems can be caused by mold in your home.People who are sensitive to mold can experience irritation in their throat, eyes, skin, and lungs.To create a safer home, remove the mold.Existing allergies can be made worse by mold.Respiratory tract infections and lung disease have been linked to mold.Increased effects of asthma can be caused by mold.
Step 2: Wear gloves that are non-porous.
Exposure to vinegar can cause irritation to your skin.You can protect your skin by wearing gloves.
Step 3: The spray bottle should be filled with plain white vinegar.
Do not add water to the vinegar.Make sure you have enough to clean the surface.
Step 4: There is a trouble area.
Make sure the area is covered with the vinegar.You should be generous in how much you use to make sure there is enough to break up the mold.You can use a disposable cloth if you don't have a spray bottle.Thoroughly wet the cloth and wipe the area of mold.
Step 5: Allow it to sit for an hour.
It takes a little time for the mold to be broken.You need at least an hour to scrub the mold away.
Step 6: Warm water and a scrub brush will help remove the mold.
Use a brush to scrub the area where the mold has been sitting.Continue to clean your brush off as you work through the mold.It is easier to break up the mold if you use a scrub brush.The brush is the right size for the job.You can choose between a larger brush to cover more surface area or a smaller one to reach into cracks and corners.
Step 7: The surface should be wiped clean.
Once you have removed the mold from the surface, wipe the space clean with warm water and allow the area to dry.Continue this process until all the mold has been removed.Within a few hours, the odor will fade.
Step 8: Adding vinegar to other products will increase its killing power.
The majority of species of mold are killed by vinaigrette.18% of persistent species is possible if this is true.If you can't seem to get rid of your mold, try mixing it with other things.At a time, mix the two products together.Try mixing it with another if it isn't working.Do not mix the two with bleach.This creates dangerous fumes.If these combinations are not working, or you have a larger mold problem, you may need to hire a professional to remove the mold from your home.
Step 9: When dealing with large amounts of mold, wear a mask.
At your local hardware store, you can find an N95 mask.To fit the mask tightly to your face, follow the instructions on the packaging.For small projects and everyday cleaning, this mask is not necessary.
Step 10: Leave it to help prevent mold growth.
You don't have to wash it.If you want to keep the mold from coming back, you can spray it with vinegar and leave it on the surface.You can spray the surface every few days by keeping a spray bottle in your shower.You can prevent mold growth in damp areas by mopping your floors.
Step 11: There are leaks in your home.
Plumbing can leak through your window.You can keep your home free of mold if you clean spills and address other problems.It's a good idea to check your roof for leaks or to fix an area that may be allowing the damp weather into your home.Fix plumbing issues if they occur to prevent water from dripping and spilling.Check the seals of your windows and replace them if they are leaking.
Step 12: The area of mold growth can be controlled.
If you live in a humid area or have a part of your home that doesn't have enough air flow, you may need a dehumidifier.
Step 13: There are areas which can become damp.
It thrives in dark places.To control mold, allow air and sunlight into damp spaces as much as possible.Fans should be turned on when you are cooking, showering, or doing laundry.Ventilation systems should be installed in the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room.
Step 14: It's a good idea to clean your air conditioner.
Air conditioners collect excess water.It's a good idea to empty and clean this pan to keep mold out of your home.Before you clean the drain pan, cut power to the air conditioner.The easiest way to remove the water is with a wet/dry vacuum.Before you return the pan, you should scrub away any debris or mold that may have formed in it.