Find out what it is and how to get rid of unwanted mold that appears at home once and for all. In addition to smelling bad, it can also cause harm to your health.
Do you know the difference between mold and mildew? Everyone knows that they are both unwanted visitors, but what are they really? And how to eliminate them?
With the arrival of humid weather, closets, clothes and even walls begin to accumulate that “stored smell”. This smell is a sign that fungi are starting to accumulate there.
Both mold and mildew are caused by fungi. The difference is that the mold leaves the object infected, with a grayish hue and can be removed with a damp cloth. Mold corrodes objects and leaves black spots that are more difficult to remove.
And to prevent these fungi from accumulating, a certain amount of care is necessary in colder and rainier seasons.
How to get rid of mold once and for all
Clothes and closets
– Use the sun to your advantage. At least once a semester, place the cabinet pieces in the sun for at least an hour, preferably in a ventilated place.
– Leave doors and drawers of closets and wardrobes open to keep them ventilated during the day.
– Never store dirty clothes. Sweat, rain and even your body’s natural fat can be eye-catching for mold and mildew.
– Leather is one of the preferred materials of these fungi. Therefore, they are the main ones that need to be exposed to the sun.
– If mold permeates your white or resistant-colored fabric, soak the item in water with diluted bleach. On colored fabrics, moisten with lemon juice. In the case of synthetic fabrics or silk, soak in milk.
– Using blackboard chalk or effervescent tablets in your wardrobe can help absorb moisture.
Paredes
– If the mold is superficial and there is no peeling paint or plaster, anti-mold and waterproofing products may solve the problem. First remove the paint, and then apply the product.
– If the problem is more serious, with infiltration and the trailer is worn out, the procedure changes. In this case, only a professional will be able to combat the problem with stronger products.
Furniture
– Mold loves to hide behind furniture. This is due to the wall being moldy, or because the sun doesn’t shine there. Therefore, leave the furniture 5 centimeters from the wall to help with air circulation.
– In the case of upholstery, the stain will only come out if it is recent.
– If you need to store furniture, you should keep it covered with blankets or fabrics, thus protecting it from dust. If wrapped in plastic, it can encourage mold.
– To remove stains, let the upholstery or furniture dry in the sun. When dry, scrub with a brush without any product or water. After that, use a mold remover.
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