How to Dispose of White Mold
White mold normally appears on food products such as bread and fruits refrigerated as well as unrefrigerated foods, which requires removal. It is an easy process to dispose of white mold. However, if you have a family who suffers from allergies, proper disposal is necessary to avoid allergy flare-ups.
Things you will need to remove white mold.
- Plastic bag/paper bag
- Disposable gloves
- Water
- Bleach
- Bucket
- Rag/sponge
- Mask
- Mild detergent
- Assume it is mold if it looks like mold. Don't sniff the moldy food product because inhaling mold can create a host of respiratory problems such as breathing difficulties.
- Avoid the temptation to touch the moldy area without protection. If you have to touch the object to remove, get a pair of disposable gloves and use the glove to remove the moldy food particles.
- Get a plastic bag and place the food product into a plastic bag or a paper bag and close the bag. Place the bag in a trash can preferable an outdoor trashcan where kids and pets won't have access to the white mold.
- Get a gallon of water and a mask. Open the closest window to the affected area to provide ventilation into the home. Put the mask on add 1-cup bleach to the water. It is important to wear the mask because bleach has a strong odor and inhaling chemicals can cause adverse effects.
- Immerse a clean rag or sponge into the cleaning solution. Clean the molded area with a clean rag or clean sponge as well as the surrounding area. The bleach will remove any bacteria found and remove any remaining mold. You can use warm water or cold water they both work well.
- Look for any other mold in the immediate area and if you find any dispose of those as well and clean the area up as well.
- Wash the area again this time using a mild detergent. This step will ensure no trace of mold is remaining. Get a dry clean rag and dry the affected area. Make sure the area is completely dry to avoid any more mold problems.