Avoid contamination of clean items by physically isolating mouldy books prior to treatment. Mould infested books must be dealt with as quickly as possible because moulds tend to spread rapidly even in a very short period of time. Move all books to a d ry area. Ensure books are resting on a table protected by waste paper. When dry, thoroughly clean mouldy books using a soft brush or a clean cloth.
Mold spores left behind are likely to cause trouble later.
Brush lightly away from the body. It is advisable to wear disposable rubber gloves and filtration mask for protectio n. Do this outside or in a well ventilated area and brush onto waste paper. Make sure that books and bookcases are clean and completely dry before reshelving the contents. Any book that feels cool or shows any evidence of moisture needs further drying.