Mold and Mildew Removal

A clean house is a safe house. A clean house promotes good health and when a person has good health, he will live a well-balanced life. Having good health also means less hospital expenses. It is indeed very expensive to get sick nowadays. The common culprits in the house that bring about allergies and other sickness are dust, dirt, molds and mildew. Mold, mildew and fungus are vegetative growths which are caused by spores in the air. They thrive in damp, warm, dark and poorly ventilated areas like shower areas and bathrooms.

The quantity of mold fragments and spores needed to cause health problems varies from person to person. Besides inhalation, people can become exposed to mold through skin contact and eating moldy food. Toxic molds can produce several toxic chemicals called mycotoxins that can damage your health. These chemicals are present on the spores and small mold fragments that are released into the air. In high concentrations, mold fragments, spores, and mycotoxins can trigger symptoms even in individuals who have no allergies.

Mold and mildew removal, just like black mold removal, can be such a pain. Removing mold and mildew is not as simple as you may think. It has to be weeded like grass on your lawn. Disinfectants or mold and mildew removal products can kill these fungi when used according to label directions. Pests, on the other hand, are a different story, they can be eliminated by Pest Offense and Riddex.

Bleach is the primary ingredient to kill mold, anti-fungal essentials can also do the same job. Essential oils are safe and non-toxic but they deal with mold effectively. They do not pose any harm to humans, unlike bleach which can have side effects on out health.

To make a natural mold removal solution, blend thirty drops of an anti-fungal essential oil with sixteen ounces of water in a plastic spray bottle. Shake this mixture well. Spray on mold. There is no need to wipe off, in fact, it is better to leave this solution on. The most potential of all essential oils is the tea tree oil. Tea tree oil has a powerful antiseptic which kills fungus, bacteria and other harmful microorganisms. They are even used to kill bacteria in the skin and it is a very well-known remedy for acne. Aside from using tea tree oil, the following essentials oils can also be used:

• Lavender essential oil
• Cedar wood essential oil
• Cinnamon bark essential oil
• Patchouli essential oil

Vinegar is also a very effective alternative. It is readily available in the household and it does not cost too much money. It is good for the environment and for you. Vinegar can be used at higher strengths because it will not give you any headaches. It will not harm you, your pets or your children. With it, mold cleaning can be inexpensively done yielding benefits for both you and your family's health and even preserving the environment. Protect your hands from. Even though vinegar is not a toxic product, it can still irritate your skin. Wear gloves before starting the cleanup process. This also helps prevent getting the sour, vinegar smell on your hands.

Although natural ingredients are far better because they do not cause harm to a person’s health, most people opt to use chemicals or mold and mildew remover that are readily available at most stores. The least expensive solution to molds is bleach. All you need to do would be to mix one part of chlorine bleach diluted with 3 parts of water. Allow the mixture to remain on the surface for ten to fifteen minutes, agitate with a soft brush, rise with water and allow to dry.

Another option would be to buy store bought solutions such as Tilex, X-14 or Lysol. Look for EPA registered spray disinfectant. Before applying the solution, make sure to test an inconspicuous area for colorfastness. Take note also that there are certain stains which are permanent. When cleaning, make sure that you cover all items which you do not want bleach stains on. Do not mix bleach and vinegar together because that makes a fatal gas. You can use either of the two, but not both.