How do you get rid of mold smell?

Answer 1

um... well i had mold in the bottom of my stove in my kitchen and i used goat pee (well i used it only because i have a farm so i had to try it and it worked! so if u have a farm i suggest it) and it really worked or you could also use toilet cleaner. (even though it sounds gross trust me it works.)

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No goat? Bleach gets rid of mould on walls and surfaces. You can use ordinary bleach ( sodium hypochlorite ) available at every supermarket or you can use Milton which is used to sterlise babies feeding bottles. That is also sodium hypochlorite but it is just a weaker concentration.

I used thick bleach painted on with a paintbrush. It cleared the mould in the bathroom and kept it away for 3 years. I moved after that so I can't say what the current state of the walls might be.

Answer 2

One of the most significant damages in a home can be black mold. Black mold, which is easily formed on wood, fabrics, carpets, or drywall in a wet or damp environment can be damaging a number of different ways. Black mold can be damaging to your lungs and can spread across your home causing significant damage. When it comes to black mold, it is always best to remediate the issue as soon as possible.

While black mold can be quite damaging, there are a number of different ways that the situation can be cured. Many of the cures and remediation of black mold can be taken care of inexpensively and can be completed by anyone. The first way to cure black mold is to determine the type of product that is being damaged. Harder substances, such as wood or concrete, should be treated with bleach. Bleach should easily kill the black mold, but may require intense scrubbing if the mold is not removed quickly. For softer products, such as fabrics or carpets, that are infected with black mold, the same process can be done with vinegar. Vinegar is also preferred on these types of products because it will not damage or change the product’s color.

Another way to kill and remediate the effects of black mold is to dry the infected area. As mentioned earlier, mold grows best in areas that are wet or damp. Since mold grows well in damp areas, it makes sense that it would not grow well in dried out areas. One of the easiest ways to dry out the moldy area is by placing a space heater so it is pointed directly at the infected area. A hair dryer may also work well depending on how significant the moldy area is. After the mold is dried out, it may require you to rub and scrub the mold away.

After you have successfully killed and removed the mold, it is important to prevent future mold growth. This can be done fairly easily by fixing any leaks that caused the damage and by ensuring the moldy area receives sunlight and proper ventilation.

Answer 3

Toxic black mold is a species of Stachybotrys that can grow in homes. Black mold is associated with poor indoor air quality when mold grows after a building has been water damaged. Over 50% of households in the US have mold problems. Since it is difficult to tell toxic black mold from other non-toxic types of mold it is important to treat and prevent all mold growth.

Exposure to black mold can have a wide range of effects. Symptoms depend on the length of time exposed and volume of spores ingested or inhaled. Milder side effects can be headaches or fatigue. More serious side effects can be serious nausea, vomiting, and sometimes bleeding in the respiratory systems. Black mold has also been linked to the death of babies and contributing to Asthma and chronic sinus infections.

If the area of mold is small, it can be treated without professional help. Small infestations usually result from Plumbing leaks. Once the source has been found and fixed, the mold can be cleaned up with bleach. One cup of bleach in a gallon of water is sufficient to disinfect the area. Adding a dash of dishwashing liquid can help clean up the area.

If the mold is dry it is important to wear a respiratory mask and eye protection. It is the spores from dry mold that cause the side effects. Dried mold should never be scraped of scratched because it can release spores into the air and cause problems. Preventing skin contact is also a good idea.

If the mold infestation is more than 2 feet or internal, like in the carpet or insulation, it is considered heavily infested. In this situation, the whole infestation needs to be removed and replaced. It is important to have a professional deal with a large mold infestation.

The easiest way to deal with a mold problem is not to let it infest the house to begin with. The best preventative measure is keeping the humidity in the house low. Make sure that ventilation is adequate, especially in areas with high moisture levels like the bathroom and the kitchen. Adding mold inhibitors to new paint can help prevent the problem. Use mold killing products when cleaning. Keep carpeting out of areas that get wet like the bathroom and the kitchen. Preventing mold can help keep children and families safe.

Answer 4

Black mold is fungus that can be found it damp areas because it thrives in that type of environment. This isn't a mold to play with because it has been associated with lung infections. All types of molds should be removed as soon as possible as they can cause lung damage. Not all molds cause problems but it better to be safe than sorry rather than going around determining which molds are harmful and which ones aren't. People with asthma and other allergy related conditions may be more susceptible to irritations caused by black mold.

Leakage is the most common cause of black mold and to get rid of it you must first stop the leaks. Work on the plumbing so that you won't have this irritation return. Another effective way to remove black mold is with bleach. Once the leakage problem is fixed, mix a cup of bleach in a gallon of water and spray on the infected areas. Make sure to open the windows or turn on the overhead fan for ventilation as the fumes can cause irritation to the eyes and throat. In addition, gloves and a face mask should be worn as a safety measure. Never scratch or scrape the black mold away. To do so would cause the mold to become airborne. Instead, let the bleach solution penetrate the mold and set for a few minutes and then with a sponge wipe the area.

There are steps that you can take to prevent the reoccurrence of black mold. Eliminate humidity in the air. Set the central heat and air at a comfortable temperature to avoid the rise in humidity. While taking a bath or shower turn on the overhead ventilation fan to release the humidity buildup. Cleanup directly after taking a shower. This can be as simple as spraying the bleach solution in the shower stall after each shower. Remove carpet from the bathroom, use throw rugs instead.

Black mold is so serious it has been linked to deaths in babies that have come in contact with it. Please take this stuff seriously and act on it immediately. If you don't have black mold growing in your home, consider the steps above to help prevent it. On the other hand if you do have a black mold problem act now to remove it completely from your home.

Answer 5

Get rid of the mould.

Answer 6

You need to spray some bleach on it.