How to Remove the Molds in your House?

If you are looking for ways on how to remove the molds, you are on the right page. Imagine the disappointment when you saw dusty little spots and a cottony appearance spread on the surface of your favorite wheat bread after a few days that you forgot to eat? The bread became inedible, and the culprit is no other than the molds.

We can actually find molds everywhere. They are plant-like organisms, composed of long filaments called hyphae. But because of the lack of chlorophyll, most biologists consider molds a part of the kingdom of fungi, not the plant kingdom.

Thus, molds are fungi that are commonly encountered in the home, backyard, and everywhere. They easily grow and proliferate over bread, fruits, vegetables, books, and other things in the home. They look harmless, but it can cause the loss of millions of money in the economy. Worse, it may jeopardize your health.

On the contrary, molds are part of the natural environment and play an important role. They break down and digest the organic material, such as dead leaves. They also play vital roles in biotechnology and food science for the production of foods, beverages, antibiotics, pharmaceuticals, and enzymes. But generally, we need to remove the molds that are truly an unwanted part of our home and environment.

We can actually avoid having these molds. Prevention is better than cure, anyway. One way is to use a dehumidifier which helps in reducing humidity. One thing is clear, dehumidifiers do not kill molds, but they help to prevent the worst-case scenario since they reduce the level of humidity inside your home.

Another way to prevent molds is to consider having beneficial indoor plants.  Some of the suggested plants that we can buy are Snake Plants, English Ivy, Aloe Vera, and Spider Plants. These are scientifically considered as plants with benefits. 

But in case you already have them, here are some methods on how to remove the molds. We can eliminate molds in the hard surfaces of kitchens and bathrooms by using undiluted white vinegar. Chlorine bleach also works to destroy molds and remove any discoloration. Mix one cup of chlorine in a gallon of water, apply to the surface, and don’t rinse. You can also add a little soap to the bleach solution to help it penetrate porous surfaces.

Hydrogen peroxide is another option to remove molds. It is not as strong as chlorine bleach. Three to ten percent of the hydrogen peroxide solution will kill molds and lighten stains. It works slower than chlorine bleach but it does not have toxic fumes or residue.

Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) and borax can also remove molds. Each has a high pH that hampers the growth and survival of mold. Both products are affordable, non-toxic, and easy to mix with water. Borax works better in removing any stains but this is not as effective as other stronger cleaning products.

When using any of these products, do not rinse away the cleaning solution completely, and it helps stop the development of future mold. However, when molds in your home are already extensive, consider hiring a professional because some molds are highly toxic and can cause problems for anyone with mold allergies or compromised respiratory systems.