If you know there is mold, how do you get rid of it?
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What state do you live in? I can direct you in the right direction from there.
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If you used My Mold Detective, they can recommend you to a certified and insured remediation contractor from their network who is in your area. Or if you are just researching at this point, I found that the EPA's website has some great guidelines which were referenced on My Mold Detective's website. http://epa.gov/mold/ I found out that if it is under 10 square feet of mold I could have done the remediation myself, but if it is over 10 square feet they recommended I use a professional. I ended up working with a professional My Mold Detective connected me to and was very pleased with the contractor. My allergies now bother me much less, glad I did it! If you used My Mold Detective, they can recommend you to a certified and insured remediation contractor from their network who is in your area. Or if you are just researching at this point, I found that the EPA's website has some great guidelines which were referenced on My Mold Detective's website. http://epa.gov/mold/ I found out that if it is under 10 square feet of mold I could have done the remediation myself, but if it is over 10 square feet they recommended I use a professional. I ended up working with a professional My Mold Detective connected me to and was very pleased with the... » Read More If you used My Mold Detective, they can recommend you to a certified and insured remediation contractor from their network who is in your area. Or if you are just researching at this point, I found that the EPA's website has some great guidelines which were referenced on My Mold Detective's website. http://epa.gov/mold/ I found out that if it is under 10 square feet of mold I could have done the remediation myself, but if it is over 10 square feet they recommended I use a professional. I ended up working with a professional My Mold Detective connected me to and was very pleased with the contractor. My allergies now bother me much less, glad I did it! « Show Less
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You have to call a remediation company that will properly remove and dispose of it. They will most likely remove drywall etc.
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If it's just a small area and you know for sure there isn't a much bigger problem out of sight (behind walls, under carpet, etc.) then you can use either a bleach solution or vinegar solution. You should check online for suggested concentrations and directions. I did this myself for a small patch of mold on some drywall, and it worked out fine. But if you suspect there is a bigger problem you should call a professional remediation company. You don't want the spores spreading through your home if you have young children or elderly with weak respiratory systems. (I have seen DIY mold removal on youtube which basically requires you to wear a hazmat suit and cut out pieces of drywall, floor, etc that have been infested with mold. I guess you could go that route if you have the time...)
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Soak in hot water for a bit then wipe out with paper towel .rinse off any remaining residue
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Dear Leslee, this machine works more like aroma therapy machine (when fragrances are added), it will not remove or stop mold. To get rid of mold, you need to get air purifier WITH ozone, ONLY ozone can get rid or stop mold from forming. I highly recommend to look for ozone air purifier machine (we have some of them in our amazon store, but expensive models, like ecoquest xl-15 air purifier, you can find less expensive ones on amazon as well). Thank you
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I'm afraid I can't help you there. Your guess is as good as mine. I know at the home depot, they have some anti-mold products that you could try. I don't think boiling water because that might damage the product. Whatever you try, I would just wash it and dry it thoroughly before putting it back in use.
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I had the same thing happen recently. Just make sure you change the water every 3 days, and that should take care of the mold.
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Scrape the peeling paint sample, I collected dust from above the door jam. I tried to go as close to the smell as possible. Mine turned out to be the mulch outside my apartment door, that was pushed up against the house, under the window where I smelled mold strongest. But if you have wet drywall, depending on where it is, you should check your caulking around windows, doors etc. Get a plumber in and have them look for a leak.
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try placing a ball mid-table and other items on cushions to keep some air circulation going. Might mitigate your mildew problem.'''' marinmarine
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I reccomend soaking the item in warm water and baking soda, that is the only thing I have heard of the removes the smell.
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Just soak it in mild soap and water, and if there's residue that needs to be removed use a fingernail brush to remove it.
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I have had mine for almost a year and I haven't noticed any mold. It does need to be cleaned out every so often, but I just spray it down with disinfectant and rinse it off. Comes clean every time.
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Yes. Just take a cloth and warm soapy water and wipe it clean. It isn't like some that are porous and can get mold in them.
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Yes. Make sure you wear a mask. In my opinion. if you sand the area first, you will disperse the mold spores and spread the mold in your attempt to remove it. I suggest that you spray the area with household bleach, let set for 5-10 minutes and wipe off. Then you may sand the area for added insurance and repaint the area. Good Luck!
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Mine is indoors. However it has developed a few small areas of mold inside, which can be removed with a dilute vinegar solution (5 tbsp to pint of water). I would think that this might be more of a problem in a high humidity environment. You might use a bucket(s) of dehumidifying crystals to reduce the humidity.
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If you're cleaning a little bit of mold off of the surface of window sill, you don't need a respirator. Spray or scrub on some hydrogen peroxide, and let sit for 10 minutes. Scrub with white vinegar, then vinegar and baking soda. Wash as usual. You can use bleach, but it may discolor paint/stain. This will only address _surface_ mold. If the mold has taken root behind the window casing, sill, or under the stool different measures are needed.
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I rinse them immediately after use, then wash in the dishwasher with the spout pulled open. Then air dry before putting them away. We've had no mold problems.
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IMHO.......absolutely not!!!! Mold is a difficult problem to rectify because it can be so invasive. There are many mold strains, most benign but others are deadly, so tackling mold begins with proper identification. Once identified you can choose the best method of eradication. Physical removal of surface mold followed up with direct application of a mold fighting formula is your best approach. Keep in mind that repeated applications will most likely be necessary if mold infestation is severe. This Air Purifier simply is not up the task of eliminating your mold problem despite whatever claims are made. An expensive multi-stage unit would be a more suitable choice. These units are very effective but annual operating costs, in the form of replacement filters and UV bulbs, can be excessive. Just my 2 cents.
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I use distilled white vinegar too sanitize and prevent mildew. Usually, I will put a tablespoon in and fill with water and let sit for an hour and lightly rinse.