Best Methods for Removing Mold

Mold isn't just unsightly; sometimes it can make you seriously ill. As soon as you notice mold in your home, car or any building take steps to get rid of the mold and make sure it stays away. The best way to get rid of the mold varies by where the mold is located and how much mold you can see. More mold means you're going to have to work harder to remove it. 

Simple white vinegar is a powerful mold remover. Don't worry about making your home smell like vinegar; after the vinegar dries no smell lingers. Vinegar is the best method because it's effective, non-toxic and safe for use around children and pets. To tackle mold with while vinegar: fill up a spray bottle with vinegar and spray in any area you notice mold. Let the vinegar sit on the area for an hour before rinsing off with water. Remember to dry the water or only use a little. Excess moisture is the cause of mold. 

Carpet is a bit tougher for mold removal. You can use another natural, cheap and safe remedy to get mold out of carpets. Shake baking soda over the area and let it set for at least an hour. After the hour passes, vacuum like normal. 

If materials such as shower curtains or blankets grow mold, white vinegar is again the best treatment. Simply put the materials in the washing machine with two cups of white vinegar and wash like normal before putting in the dryer or on the line to dry. 

For large infestations, you're going to have to put in some elbow grease to get rid of the problem. Fill a bucket with soapy water and scrub with a scrub brush. After you scrub, rinse, apply vinegar and let dry overnight. You have to repaint the wall or area, but you should be mold-free. 

Mold grows with moisture, so invest in a dehumidifer for moist areas such as a bathroom or basement with constant mold issues. Remember to inspect your entire house often for any signs of mold and to get rid of it right away to avoid health problems that accompany some types of mold.