Forum: lifehacks.stackexchange.com
Tags: <cleaning><home><kitchen><air>
Title: Removing mold from walls without use of harmful chemicals
Question: I have mold in the corner of my kitchen.    Usually remove it with mold-removing chemical products like bleach spray and it work perfectly. But recently some people told me these chemicals are harmful and I should not use them. It is very dangerous if you inhale the chemical while spraying. That is why I am asking you for an alternative non-toxic solution of this problem

Answers:
sents: text: You can use hydrogen peroxide in a spray bottle to kill the mold and then just wipe it away.
text: It is probably worth noting that the mold that you can actually see is very likely the tip of the iceberg.
text: If you can see mold growing on the wall it is pretty likely that there is mold inside of the wall as well.
text: It is also probably worth checking your roof/plumbing for leaks, molds usually need a pretty damp enviroment.
text: If you can find the source of the water you may be able to solve the problem for good.
answer_details: author: lifehacks.stackexchange.com/users/32/apaul
score: 11
sents: text: Use white vinegar in a spray bottle.
text: Not only can it kill 82% of mold species , but it is completely safe to use around children and pets.
text: ALSO: note that breathing mold spores is dangerous as well.
text: Mold spots should be cleaned regularly to prevent contamination of air and, since it is in your kitchen, food.
answer_details: author: lifehacks.stackexchange.com/users/15/Mooseman
score: 8
sents: text: The user Apaul34208 is correct.
text: But since this is my job I must tell you that it is crucial to find the source of the mould.
text: The source could be a pipe leak, roof leak or etc.
text: There could be some serious problems behind the mould that need to be identified before the problem is resolved.
text: When it comes to just fixing mould problem none of those products cannot be harmful since you are not using it in the whole house or every day.
text: When and only when you find the source of the problem and fix it
text: can you remove this using a reputable product, and when it dries you can apply acrylic based paint.
answer_details: author: lifehacks.stackexchange.com/users/1391/python starter
score: 5
sents: text: When noticing mold, be sure to get into your attic + check for mold.
text: Use a flashlight or smell the air.
text: If your attic smells musty, then you may have mold in your walls.
text: The easy way to get rid of mold in walls is to place one or more (depending on size of your home)
text: industrial ozone generators in your attic
text: + leave them running for a few days.
text: You can also do this inside your house too to get places that are difficult to reach with spray bottles, like between walls + built in furniture.
text: Works well.
text: In Austin, every few years we have a wet summer, where mold abounds.
text: Whenever heat + moisture occur together, we flip on ozone generators all over the house now.
text: We do this before mold occurs, to ensure no mold takes hold.
answer_details: author: lifehacks.stackexchange.com/users/7477/David Favor
score: 1
sents: text: A great way to help prevent the spreading of further mold is by purchasing a dehumidifier .
text: I had a very similar issue in my home and found that a dehumidifier helped mould, damp & condensation build-up by controlling the the moisture in the air, which prevents the mold from growing.
answer_details: author: lifehacks.stackexchange.com/users/13930/Mia
score: 1
sents: text: There are so many DIY tips available on internet for mould removal.
text: But let me tell you one thing, sometimes mould can be toxic.
text: Some mould can produce spores that have mycotoxins that are very harmful if inhaled.
text: So I would recommend you to hire a professional team who will help you remove mould safely.
answer_details: author: lifehacks.stackexchange.com/users/7421/alannday
score: 0
sents: text: Clean Mold with Mixture:1/2 Cup Water1/2 Cup Vinegar1
text: Teaspoon Tea Tree Oil Cover Area with Tea Tree Oil(Prevention) and let air dry.
text: For hard spots use baking soda and tooth brush, in addition to the above recipe.
answer_details: author: lifehacks.stackexchange.com/users/None/
score: 0
sents: text: White vinegar and water in a spray bottle can be applied to bathroom walls, shower stalls, and other flat surfaces.
text: But you’ll be glad to know white vinegar is also effective at getting mold and mildew out. http://www.floodaz.com/how-to-kill-black-mold/
answer_details: author: lifehacks.stackexchange.com/users/19334/Alex
score: 0
sents: text: The root cause is damp, artificial drying will prevent re-occurance.
text: Acid based food stuff such as vinegar, lemon juice etc. will kill it.
text: Everything is chemicals, including the air you breath, the water you drink and every cell of your body.
answer_details: author: lifehacks.stackexchange.com/users/17613/Martin Spamer
score: 0

Summary of the answers:
Some effective options for removing mold from walls may include hydrogen peroxide in a spray bottle, white vinegar and water, or another acid-based substance, such as lemon juice.
The options are to use hydrogen peroxide or white wine vinegar but more importantly you should identify the source of the damp that is creating the conditions for mould to grow and deal with that first as mould spores can be very harmful to health.