How to Remove Mould Naturally
Mold is a bacterial fungus that grows on porous, organic substances and produces living spores that are harmful to the human respiratory system. The spores must be eliminated to prevent the mold from redeveloping. Mold grows in warm, damp environments such as basements, cellars and bathrooms. Good ventilation will prevent mold growth, but the mold must be removed first. Cleaners containing bleach and toxic chemicals are available for mold removal, but you can produce an environmentally friendly, non-toxic solution using natural ingredients. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Dishwashing liquid
- Baking soda
- Cleaning bucket
- Spray bottle
- Absorbent cloths
- White vinegar
- Scrub brush or old toothbrush
Instructions
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Fabrics
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Mix 1 tsp. of dishwashing liquid and 1 tsp. of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water in a cleaning bucket.
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Fill a clean spray bottle with the cleaning solution and spray any mold found on fabric.
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Allow the cleaning solution to soak for 15 to 20 minutes.
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Wipe away the mold with an absorbent cloth.
Bathrooms
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Mix 1 cup of distilled white vinegar, 1 cup of warm water and 1/2 cup of baking soda in a cleaning bucket. Vinegar and baking soda are natural, non-toxic cleaning substances.
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Dip a scrub brush or old toothbrush into the cleaning solution and scrub mold-affected areas.
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Allow the cleaning solution to sit for 10 minutes, then scrub again until the mold is removed.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep rooms ventilated to prevent mold growth.
Never mix bleach and vinegar as the combination produces toxic fumes.
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