Top 10 Tips for Identifying and Preventing Mold and Mildew

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Mold and mildew are a form of fungus that forms and grows from molecules in the air. It reproduces very quickly in moist, warm, poorly ventilated environments. ... read more...

  1. One of the most effective ways to prevent mold growth in the home is to keep the house and rooms clean, especially closed rooms such as bedrooms, bathrooms, and toilets. Regularly clean the house and should be wiped with a dry cloth because wiping with a wet rag will easily make the floor moldy. Besides, people should wash their pillowcases regularly and dry them in the sun.


    Floor mats are commonly used in many households, not only to increase the aesthetic appearance but also to help your home clean. Wash your carpets regularly to keep them dry and clean. After washing, you should dry the carpet directly in the sun to remove odors and dry quickly. If the carpet is made of a material that cannot be washed with water, you can use baking soda sprinkled on the surface of the carpet. You wait about 15-20 minutes, you use the vacuum cleaner to suck the baking soda powder and dirt on the carpet.

    Clean living space
    Clean living space
    Clean living space
    Clean living space

  2. Preventing moisture is essential. If mold is growing near the sink, tub, or toilet, you should stop water from reaching those areas. Cover leaks in the roof or windows with a plastic tarp until they can be repaired. In addition, you should clean the sink and bathroom daily to prevent the rapid reproduction of mold. If the indoor humidity is too high, people should use a dehumidifier and everyone should keep the doors closed to prevent moisture in the home and prevent mold growth.


    If possible, seal off the black mold part of the house by sticking plastic sheeting on the door. If the leak has been repaired and the area is dry, it's a good idea to clean up any mold before reusing it so it doesn't spread to other areas. Basement areas and corners are the most moisture-prone areas of your home. Therefore, you should install moisture screens when necessary and use a special mulch to ensure that moisture from the soil does not enter the space.

    Prevent moisture source
    Prevent moisture source
    Prevent moisture source
    Prevent moisture source
  3. Just a small leak can make wood, drywall, mortar, and other porous surfaces a haven for mold growth. You should check for leaks monthly and repair leaky pipes, fixtures, windows, and roofs promptly. In addition, before installing the pipes or roof, you should also consider the materials for good quality to avoid having too many places of leakage that will cost you a lot of repairs later.


    So if the water system in the house has a leak, it needs to be repaired immediately, because leaving it for a long time also causes mold to appear. Not only that, to limit the occurrence of mold in the house, when cooking or when bathing, families should open the ventilation fan. Alternatively, people can spray white vinegar in the bathroom to prevent mold growth. And to be safer, if possible, you can use anti-mold paints for your home.

    Repair leak
    Repair leak
    Repair leak
    Repair leak
  4. Make sure you're using fans in the bathroom and kitchen when cooking to remove steam and dry faster. The addition of a ceiling fan and a circulating fan is a good helper when the humidity is high. Opening doors and windows on dry, windy days help keep surfaces from dehumidifying too much, but they'll stay dry. A well-ventilated home will help limit mold growth in your home, so people should open the windows for ventilation.


    In order to limit indoor humidity, the natural outdoor space has a great influence on limiting humidity. Regularly open windows to take advantage of natural wind, help moisture evaporate quickly, and limit mold. If the outside air humidity is high, when you open the window, it will affect the indoor humidity. Keep the door closed to prevent high humidity from spreading into the room, especially at night. This helps you limit moisture, preventing mold from forming.

    Improve ventilation in your home
    Improve ventilation in your home
    Improve ventilation in your home
    Improve ventilation in your home
  5. When entering areas with black mold, wear a mask rated to prevent inhalation of mold spores and disposable protective gear or clothing can be washed in hot water. In addition, when cleaning moldy areas, you should use chemicals properly and thoroughly clean the surrounding area to prevent mold from arising again in a short time.


    However, cleaning mold does not stop there, in order to destroy the root, you have to safely clean mold. There is also the process of garbage disposal afterward. Place cleaning supplies, disposable protective gear, and plastic sheets in a sealed bag so mold spores don't migrate to other areas. In addition, if you use reusable protective gear, you should wash them thoroughly before leaving them to dry and reuse.

    Safely clean mold
    Safely clean mold
    Safely clean mold
    Safely clean mold
  6. An effective and simple way to combat moisture immediately is to turn on the air conditioner in dry mode. This mode helps limit the humidity in the room, providing dry, cool air without causing unpleasant odors. However, you should only turn on the air conditioner in the dry mode for about 15-20 minutes and switch to normal mode. If you leave it on for a long time, your body will feel tired and thirsty.


    In order to solve bad odors or prevent mold and mildew from appearing in your home or closed room, a dehumidifier is a perfect choice for you. Use an oil heater or dehumidifier for better indoor humidity control. The device not only helps you effectively and quickly dehumidify, but also limits the appearance of harmful bacteria. In addition, a dehumidifier helps you filter the air, returning a cool, dry and safe space for family health.

    Take advantage of technology
    Take advantage of technology
    Take advantage of technology
    Take advantage of technology
  7. You should avoid leaving wet coats, shoes, or towels in a pile in bathrooms or other areas that contain large amounts of moisture. Because it only takes two days for mold to attach, start to grow, and smell musty. Instead, you should hang your wet items so they dry faster. In addition, you need to make sure to dry the compartments and tub with a rubber broom after each use.


    You can also save time on tasks like mopping floors, washing clothes by using steam, or opening the door when not in use to let the wind help dry the dry surface quickly. Floor mats are commonly used in many households, not only to increase the aesthetic appearance but also to help your home clean. It is necessary to wash your carpets regularly to keep them dry and clean.

    Keep fabric and surface dry
    Keep fabric and surface dry
    Keep fabric and surface dry
    Keep fabric and surface dry
  8. Many homeowners design houses that are not large enough so there are no windows, small windows, or no ventilation. So at the time the weather changes, the house is a humid place, with many unpleasant odors that need to be released, and need to be ventilated to keep everything dry and clean. From there, it can be seen that without this system you will always feel an odor when exposed during daily activities. To eliminate odors and mold, you should combine artificial and natural ventilation sources.


    You should always check and clean ductwork at least once a year to prevent blockages or leaks that allow moisture to enter your home. Since mold spores are everywhere, even in dry climates, it is possible to form black mold or other harmful molds in your home. You may find that annual inspections and cleaning are extremely important.

    Check the drainage and ventilation system
    Check the drainage and ventilation system
    Check the drainage and ventilation system
    Check the drainage and ventilation system
  9. Another inexpensive mold cleaner is lemon juice. Not only is it environmentally friendly, but lemons also have a lighter, more pleasant smell than vinegar. The mild acidity of lemon does not adversely affect the surfaces to be cleaned. You should use undiluted lemon juice for heavy mold surfaces, or a 50-50 mix for mild mold cleaning.


    Lemon juice can help kill mold on shower curtains, garbage trays, bathroom tiles, and some fabrics,... To enhance the effectiveness of lemon juice, you should mix lemon juice and vinegar in equal proportions and add a little baking soda to create a cleaning mixture. You can also heat up lemon juice sprays to increase their effectiveness. Make a homemade lemon balm bottle for regular use. Your family can store these in reusable boxes with perforations on the top.

    Homemade moisture-proof bottle
    Homemade moisture-proof bottle
    Homemade moisture-proof bottle
    Homemade moisture-proof bottle
  10. Lines on floors and walls are often difficult to clean, which is an ideal place for dirt and mold to live. That's why they are only white at first, but after a while, they will darken or even turn black. Clean by spraying a small amount of Eco Anti-BAC disinfectant and mold on the seams and using a strong scrub brush to remove all stains and mold, then rinse with clean water and use a dry rag. You should include this task in your weekly toilet cleaning schedule.


    These are small lines, so they are easy to ignore when cleaning, so it is easy for mold to appear. Moldy smells are very unpleasant, they also pose many health risks including allergies and other respiratory problems. Besides cleaning the floors and walls, you should also rearrange the furniture from time to time. Getting rid of items that are no longer expired or have been used up will help to make the house tidier. Do not forget to clean the surface of the places where these items used to "reign" because these are the places where mold loves.

    Clean lines only on walls, floors
    Clean lines only on walls, floors
    Clean lines only on walls, floors
    Clean lines only on walls, floors




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