House Mold Treatment

No one wants unsightly mold growing in their home. Not only does it have a detrimental effect on the structure of your house but also on the health of everyone living there. No one wants unsightly mold growing in their home. Not only does it have a detrimental effect on the structure of your house but also on the health of everyone living there.

The growth of mold can be due to a number of reasons. Probably most commonly to high levels on moisture in the atmosphere. In summer this is often due to high humidity levels and in winter due to inadequate ventilation as we try to keep our homes heated. This can cause condensation on windows and other cold surfaces as the air cools and the moisture turns to water droplets. Of course moisture is exactly what mold needs to germinate and flourish.

A Bad Case Of Mold Growth

In this scenario it is fairly easy to remedy – remove the moisture for the atmosphere and use a good mold cleaner to remove and kill the mold and your problem should go away.

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How do you reduce the moisture in the air?

Something as simple as opening a window to let air circulate will help, you could purchase a dehumidifier which will greatly reduce the moisture and will dry out any particularly damp rooms. These are not too expensive to run especially if you purchase a model which has a humidistat fitted which means it will only switch itself on when the humidity level rises. Another feature which is useful is that some models have various types of air filters which will help to remove mold spores from circulating in the atmosphere.

Fitting a ventilation fan in the bathroom which is vented directly to the outside of your property is a good plan for use during bathing. A cooker hood fitted in the kitchen will extract excess moisture and steam created during cooking. Tumble driers create huge amounts of moisture so make sure that this too is ventilated to the outside of your house.

All of these simple measures are extremely effective and not hugely expensive.

Good maintenance to the fabric of your property is also vital. Taking care of small problems as they arise can prevent major cost and major repairs in the future. Check for leaky pipes, blocked gutters, damaged brick work etc. all of these will allow water to seep into your home damaging walls and floors as well as furniture and soft furnishings – creating a mold growing haven.

Once you have dealt with the source of your mold problem it is time to tackle the mold with a good mold cleaner.

If you venture into your local store or on to the internet you will be faced with a myriad of mold cleaner products all claiming to be the best. Beware, many of these are toxic containing all sorts of chemical agents which can do as much if not more damage to your health and that of your family if not used with extreme care.

The good news is, that there are now natural mold cleaners out there which contain nothing but natural ingredients but which are equally as effective as the chemical products available. One such product is Molderiser. This  powerful mold cleaner was previously only available in industry but it has now been adapted for home use. It is 100% natural and extremely safe to use in homes where there are children and pets. It can also be used on virtually all types of surface. When used in conjunction with Safe Shield which acts as a barrier and will prevent mold returning you can be sure of great results. Both of these products can be bought together as part of a kit.

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If you don’t want to spend any extra money there are a couple of every day ingredients which will act as great mold cleaners which you will likely have in a cupboard.

Soap – Plain old soap will do a perfectly good job if the mold infestation is fairly minor. It is a simple as scrubbing the affected area, wiping it clean then allowing to dry.

Baking Soda – This is a very simple but effective and cheap mold cleaner for tiles. Mix the baking soda into a paste with water and vinegar. Use a toothbrush to scrub with the paste. Leave this to sit for around twenty minutes then rinse off.

This is just a couple of suggestions for natural mold cleaners, you could also try tea tree oil or grapefruit seed oil – these are quite expensive but a little bottle goes a long way! Plain distilled white vinegar will also work well.

Caution: If you are unsure of the type of mold in your home please consult a professional – it may be toxic!

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When it comes to finding a mold remover many of us are so stressed out at the fact we have this disgusting black mold or mildew growing in our home that we will purchase the first mold remover which states it will do the job of killing the mold quickly and effectively. However, we should stop and think – mold can cause you and your family to suffer health problems but using extremely strong and toxic chemicals can be even more hazardous to health especially if you have little or no experience in their use.

Chemical mold removers can be very effective but should only be used with great care especially around children and pets and probably only by professionals. Hiring such contractors can seriously damage your bank balance!

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However, there are other options – natural mold removers which will kill mold just as effectively but without the health hazards associated with commercial mold removing chemicals.

Here are four tried and tested natural mold removers:

Tea Tree Oil which you can purchase at health food stores does a fantastic job as a mold remover. It is expensive but you only have to use small amounts to get great results. It can be used on walls, ceilings, shower curtains etc. Be aware that it does have a very strong odour which will take a few days to calm down – at least it’s better than a musty moldy smell! Tea Tree Oil appears to remove and kill the vast majority of mold types.

First thing to do is mix 2 teaspoons of the tea tree oil with approximately 2 cups of water in a spray bottle. Shake gently to mix the two then spray the areas of mold with the solution. There is no need to rinse the mixture off simply leave to dry. You can keep the mixture ready for next time!

Vinegar – something which virtually every household will have in a kitchen cupboard and it is inexpensive. White distilled vinegar poured into a spray bottle and sprayed directly onto the area of mold will kill around 82% of molds according to reports. Again don’t rinse, allow to dry. This one is particularly smelly but still a good mold remover!

Grapefruit Seed Extract – the one huge advantage which this mold remover has is that it is completely odourless. However like the tea tree oil it is expensive but again only small amounts are required. Simply put 20 drops of the grapefruit extract into a spray bottle with two cups of water and shake to mix. Again spray the affected area, no rinsing is required just allow to dry. This mixture too can be kept indefinitely.

4. There are of course commercially available natural mold removers and killers. One of which is Molderizer which is 100% organic and completely safe for use around pets and children. This product works by changing the DNA make up of the mold which kills it and when used in conjunction with Safe Shield which acts as a barrier to prevent its return the results are fantastic.  Both products can be bought together as part of a mold remover kit.

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Of course, these mold removers are all well and good but the best way to cure mold is to prevent it.

Good property maintenance is essential. Take care of any remedial work regarding plumbing, and the fabric of the building immediately before a small problem becomes a large and expensive one to fix.

Problems with humidity in the home can be remedied fairly easily by improving the ventilation in your home. Open windows, fit a ventilation fan in the bathroom, fit a cooker hood in the kitchen. (both of these should be vented directly outside.) Invest in a dehumidifier which will greatly help to reduce humidity and condensation – Keeping humidity below 55% will prevent mild growth. Many dehumidifiers also come with various air filters which will help to remove mold spores from the atmosphere.

Caution: If you are at all unsure of the type of mold you have growing in your home please seek professional advise – it may be toxic!

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Mold and mildew quite often appear on  surfaces within homes if they are exposed to moisture on a regular basis. Both of these molds are tiny fungi which flourish in areas if high humidity or damp. In many places mold can be a year round problem caused by high humidity in summer months and condensation when the temperatures drop in winter. The most likely place to find mold and mildew is on cellulose bases materials such as wood, cotton, paper and also protein materials like  for example leather, wool and silk on which it can feed, synthetic materials are on the whole unaffected.

Mold Growth On Wall

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Mold will also attack carpets, rugs, shower curtains, walls and ceilings – the actual fabric of your home. It is important to remember that mold and mildew spores are very hardy and can stay in a dormant state for long periods until the moisture level in the you home rises to a sufficient level for them to begin to grow. Not only will it cause unsightly blackish stains and a horrid musty odour but if no mold treatment is applied it will literally destroy your fabrics as it eats into them.

The best mold treatment is no treatment it is prevention! Here are some tips which may help.

1. Good housekeeping is a good place to start, dirt and grim provide mold with the food the need to grow and multiply.

2. Use wax as a barrier on leather items. This will stop moisture and therefore protect against mold. Alternatively there are sprays available.

3. Don’t leave dirty, wet clothing lying around – put them in the laundry basket!

Allow Shower Curtain To Dry

4. Open out your shower curtain and allow it to dry.

5. If you have a problem with moisture in closets etc. storing clothing along with moisture inhibitors to prevent mildew is a good idea. If the weather is favourable, air your clothes outside in the sunshine if possible.

6. Ventilation should be a priority to keep air circulating. Open windows, switch on an electric fan. Stagnant, moist air is heaven for mold!

7. Leave your closet doors open now and then to let air circulate and remember NOT to put clothes which are not completely dry in the closet.

8. Lastly but very importantly dry out the areas of dampness or excess moisture which is accumulated through normal daily routine or through leaks etc. Any problems should be repaired and then remove the moisture either with a dehumidifier, absorbent silica or something similar or simply by heating and opening windows.

Mold treatment for different types of materials will vary. Here are a few tips for mold treatment.

Fabrics and Clothes:

The most important thing is that you start mold treatment as soon as you discover the problem. The first thing to do is brush the item to remove as much of the mold as possible – Remember to do this outside so as not so allow mold spores to spread throughout the house. Launder the item using detergent and if possible allow to dry outside in the sunshine.

There are specially designed detergents for this purpose one of these is called Molergent , this is a combined mold treatment and laundry detergent.  Not only will it clean your clothing like a convensional laundry detergent but it will kill any mold and remove the stains too. The best part is that it will not irritate sensitive skin and it is 100% organic!

There are other alternatives such as the use of lemon juice and salt which is applied to the item and left to sun dry. Chlorine bleach is another option. Dilute 2 tablespoons in a quart of warm water and leave the stain to soak for between 5 and 15 minutes, then rise and allow to dry. The big problem with using bleach is that it definitely cannot be used on wool or silk items and it can remove the colour from items also so caution should be taken if using this option.

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Carpets, Rugs, Upholstery and Mattresses.

Mold treatment in soft furnishings can be a real pain in the neck. There are a few options open to you but the first step is the same no matter what the item is. Remove the item from the house and brush loose mold off, then vacuum up as much as possible. The next step is to dry the item out preferably outside in the sun but if this is not possible you could use a heater or perhaps a dehumidifier.

In the case of mattresses and upholstery the mold treatment is usually to use a cloth soaked in an alcohol solution used to wipe the mold infected area then dry out properly. If you have a mattress or chair etc. which is particularly bad the only real method of mold treatment is fumigation.

For carpets and rugs you could try using a carpet shampooing machine or a detergent and damp cloth.

There is one detergent that you can use on all of these items called Molderizer – a 100% organic product it works by changing the DNA make up of the mold. It is also completely safe to use in homes where children and pets are in residence.

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Wood.

Where you have wood which has not been treated or painted you will have a greater risk of mold and mildew forming if the surface becomes wet or damp. Painting with enamel or oil resin paints usually keeps wood resistant.

Mold treatment for wood involves scrubbing the area down with something like washing soda or an organic detergent like Molderizer. It is important that the area is dried out as quickly as possible and then painted  or sprayed with a protective substance like one called Safe Shield which will act as a barrier and will prevent mold spores germinating in the same area in future, combined these products are extermely effective. They can be purchased as a mold treatment kit.

Caution: If you are unsure of the type of mold in your house please consult a professional – it may be toxic.

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If you have problems with mold growing in your home believe me, you are not alone. More and more homes are becoming havens for all types of mold and the health of the occupants is suffering.

The question I suspect that you are looking to answer by visiting this page is – How do I kill mold?

Extreme Case Of Mold Growth

The answer is actually fairly simple. The use of household bleach or disinfectant can be enough to wipe out whole colonies of mold. However, a far more effective way to kill mold is to use a non toxic detergent which is designed to kill mold and mildew. Any area of wall or ceiling which is badly affected is best removed completely and replaced.

However, there is really only one way to kill mold in your home for good – remove the source of moisture which is allowing it to multiply and flourish.

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It may be that it is simply a question of reducing the amount of moisture in the atmosphere by increasing ventilation especially in rooms where a lot of steam is generated like the kitchen and bathroom. This can be achieved by having ventilation fans and cooker hoods installed which are vented directly to the outside of your home – NOT to the attic or basement as you will just end up with additional problems with condensation and mold in the future. Another good way to reduce the humidity in your home is using a dehumidifier these are fairly inexpensive to run especially if you purchase one which has a humidistat. Many models also come with various air filters which can help in removing impurities and mold spores from the atmosphere. These simple measures can make a huge difference and coupled with the cleaning process you will kill mold in your home.

None of these measures however, will have any great effect if there is a bigger problem with water seeping into your home from an unknown source . Cracked outer walls, blocked gutters, water in the foundations, dripping pipes. These are all things which will give mold a constant source of moisture and never allow mold affected areas of your home to dry out properly. If you suspect that you have water infiltrating your home it would be wise to get a builder or plumber to check out all possibilities and carry out any work immediately before the mold spreads and begins to seriously affect the health of you and your family.

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One very important point to remember is that once the source of your problem has been identified and action taken to kill the mold you must take safety precautions when cleaning up. Ensure that you wear gloves, a face mask and goggles.

It may seem a but extreme but it is important that you seal each room before you begin so that mold spores cannot migrate to other rooms. Also, you must either use a vacuum cleaner to suck up any dried mold dust or damp the area down with water before beginning to wipe. Mold has a tenancy to give off toxic dust damping down will help prevent this. Also make sure that if you use your vacuum cleaner that you empty it immediately – do it outside NOT in the house and keep your protective clothing on.
All of this may take time and a bit of money but to kill mold once and for all must be better than carrying out the yearly ritual of cleaning the same areas over and over.

Products like 100% organic Molderizer will kill mold without using toxic chemicals by changing the DNA make up of the mold and Safe Shield – also 100% organic which will not only kill and clean mold and mildew but also acts as a barrier and will prevent mold spores germinating on the same  surfaces  future.  You can buy both these products as a mold killing kit, by using them in tandom you will achieve lasting results!

IMPORTANT: If you are unsure of the type of mold in your property before you begin a DIY clean up get it checked out by a professional – it may be toxic!

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In order for mold to flourish like every other living thing it requires food and moisture.

The most common type of mold to be found in homes is black mold or mildew. Whilst this is not as harmful to health as other strains of mold it is still not something you want multiplying in your home – and this stuff does spread quickly!

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So how do you clean mold? Well, before you can begin cleaning mold there are a few things you should do: -

1. It is important that if you find a patch of mold on a window frame or wall like you immediately check all other areas of your home for similar discoloration and growth.

2.Where ever the mold is discovered it is vital that you establish the cause. Check basements, loft space, outer walls,

A Gutter In Need Of Attention

gutters anywhere that there may be a problem with water seeping in and causing the wet or damp conditions required for mold to grow.

3. Whatever the cause is take immediate action to have it fixed! Good property maintenance is the key to avoiding such problems.

4. If there is no apparent cause there is a strong possibility that it is purely down to condensation. This occurs when there is not adequate ventilation in your home and the humidity rises. As the temperature cools the water vapour settles on cold surfaces such as windows etc. making them wet with condensation which will also affect the wooden frame and once again give mold the ideal conditions to grow and spread.

This can be remedied by ensuring that there is enough ventilation especially in bathrooms and kitchens where lots of steam can be created and by making sure that appliances such as clothes driers have a vent directly to the outside of your home.

5. Dry the affected area out properly – mold cannot grow if moisture is not present so try to dry the area out fairly quickly. A dehumidifier can be invaluable for this task.

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Okay, so now you have hopefully removed the source of the problem how to clean mold is the next step.

For safety it is best if you wear some protective clothing such as goggles, rubber gloves and a face mask. Also it is a good idea to seal off the area in which you are going to work to prevent any mold spores invading other rooms of the house..

Many people would be tempted to use bleach to clean mold and mildew, however to be honest although it will work it may not prevent the return of mold patches.  Another major disadvantage to using bleach is that it can also cause more damage to surfaces and floor coverings if drips fall onto them.

Use a wire brush or a vacuum cleaner for larger areas to remove any of the surface mold and dust which it likes to feed on – this is especially good on wood – then wash the area down with an organic mold cleaning product such as Molderiser which will remove the mold stains and help to neutralise any “musty” odours.

The same can be done for walls and ceilings however, this will depend on how bad the problem is. It may be the case that cleaning with a 100% organic product Molderiser or any other cleaning product will not be enough and that the plaster board may need ripping out and replacing.

Once you have removed the mold there are products available which will help to act as a barrier and prevent the mold from reforming on surfaces one such product which is also completely organic is Safe Shield which when used in conjunction with Molderizer will eliminate unsightly stains and prevent them returning. These products are available in a mold cleaning kit , give them a try for fantastic results!

If you are unfortunate enough to have problems with mold in closets where it also attacks clothing try Moldergent which is a laundry detergent with a built in mold remover. It is 100% organic and specially formulated to make it suitable for sensitive skin.

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Caution: If you are unsure which type of mold you ahve in your home please consult a professional – it may be toxic.