Numerous factors contribute to the development of mold on household walls, with the predominant cause being the impact of weather. Elevated humidity in the weather leads to a sensation of dampness on floors and walls, resembling freshly poured water. Prolonged exposure to high humidity levels fosters the growth of mold, posing both aesthetic and health concerns for family members.
Therefore, as soon as possible, you should clean and cure any moldy areas of the house.
Use bleach to remove mold from walls.
Apart from bleach, you’ll also need gloves, a mask, a knife, a pail or basin, a paint roller, and a brush for cleaning walls.
First, wear gloves and a mask to protect your skin from direct contact with bleach. Bleach is strongly alkaline and can damage the skin.
Use a knife to scrape off the mold on the wall before applying the bleach mixture to the moldy area. This will help the mold removal process go faster.
Combine water and bleach. Apply the bleach mixture to the moldy wall using a paint roller that has been dipped in it.
Wait a while for the bleach mixture to penetrate deep inside, then scrub the wall with a brush to get rid of any mold spots.
Next, give the wall another wipe down with a towel and freshwater. To lessen the overpowering bleach odor and hasten the wall’s drying process to prevent mold growth, use a fan.
Clean walls with fresh lemon
Fresh lemon is acidic, helping to remove stains. In addition, it also has a pleasant fragrance and is not harmful at all.
Wet moldy areas on the wall. Use fresh lemon to rub on moldy areas or you can squeeze lemon juice and apply to moldy areas.
Use a brush to scrub mold stains and then use a cloth to wipe clean.
Use white vinegar and baking soda
Vinegar and baking soda are very easy to find ingredients. Similar to lemon, vinegar contains acid and has cleaning properties, helping to remove mold on walls.
To remove mold, you can mix vinegar with water in a 1:1 ratio and boil, add a little salt to the pot. Then, use a paint roller dipped in vinegar water and roll on moldy areas. Take the brush and scrub a few times to remove mold stains.
Baking soda can also help you clean mold stains on walls. Mix baking soda with water in a 1:5 ratio and then use a paint roller to roll it on the moldy wall. Use a brush to scrub mold stains clean. Then, use a towel to wipe the wall dry. You can use additional fans to blow the wall to dry quickly.
Use soap and hydrogen peroxide
In the case of severe wall mold, a solution can be prepared by diluting soap with water in a ratio of 1:3. Subsequently, dip a brush into the soapy mixture and apply it to the moldy surface. Following the scrubbing process, it is essential to thoroughly rinse the wall with water and expedite the drying process using a fan.
Additionally, to clean moldy walls, you can use hydrogen peroxide. Pour 3% hydrogen peroxide into a spray bottle, spray directly on the moldy wall and wait about 15 minutes. Then, use a brush to scrub the mold stains and use a towel to wipe the wall clean.
Use mold removal chemicals
For walls that have been moldy for a long time, the best way is to use specialized moss and mold removal chemicals.
Numerous products catering to this need are readily available in today’s market. Simply purchase the product of your choice and adhere to the usage instructions provided on the packaging. It is important to note that, while using these products, wearing gloves and masks is recommended to prevent direct contact with the chemicals involved.
