The Best Method to Remove Mold Stains From Plaster Bedroom Walls

Mold can grow on many different surfaces, including plaster walls.

Mold is not only unsightly, it can also be potentially harmful to your health. Mold can cause an onset of allergy symptoms and aggravate asthma. Mold thrives in dark, damp and humid areas and is a common sight after water damage has occurred to a home. When mold is growing in your home, it is best to deal with it as soon as possible. The longer you allow mold to grow, the more problems it will cause.

Things You'll Need

• N-95 respiratory
• Safety goggles without vent holes
• Rubber gloves
• Long-sleeve shirt
• Pants
• Spray bottle
• 2 sponges
• Fans
• Dehumidifier

Instructions

1. Equip yourself with an N-95 respiratory, safety goggles without vent holes, rubber gloves, long sleeve shirt and pants.

2. Fill a spray bottle with water. Spray any surface mold that may be present on the plaster walls. Wetting the surface mold will help reduce the risk of mold spores being released in the air during the cleaning process.

3. Wipe the surface mold away with a damp sponge.

4. Combine ½ cup of bleach with 1 gallon of water.

5. Saturate a clean sponge in the mixture. Wash the molded area of the plaster with the sponge.

6. Allow the bleach solution to air dry on the plaster wall.

7. Point fans in the direction of the plaster walls to aid in the drying process.

8. Run a dehumidifier to help remove moisture from the air.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not mix bleach with ammonia or products containing ammonia.

References

• Dryout, Inc.: Drying Out Your Home
• Minnesota Department of Health: Mold in Homes
• EPA.gov: Mold Resources
• KFOX14: Removing Mold From Your Home