Clean and prevent toxic mold growth for your health and safety.
Many surfaces around a house are prone to mold and mildew. Dark damp areas such as basements, crawl spaces and unventilated closets are excellent candidates for inhibitors. Other surfaces around a home including areas that receive little sunlight would also benefit. Mold, mildew and bacterial inhibitors create a seal over the surface. The active ingredients kill mold spores and stop their production. Inhibitors protect the surface from degradation, but will not restore damage on surfaces.
Instructions
1. Clean the mold-, mildew- or bacteria-prone surface with an equal mixture of chlorine bleach and water. Pour the mixture in a spray bottle. Spray on surfaces and scrub with a scrub brush. Allow the surface to dry before coating. If the area doesn't have adequate light or ventilation, set up fans to promote drying. Commercial preparations are available for mold, mildew and bacteria removal.
2. Repair or repair rotted areas. Chip away wood rot with a chisel and patch it with an epoxy-based putty. If wood rot damage is severe, replacement is your best option.
3. Choose an inhibitor based on indoor or outdoor use. Many preparations are usable in both environments. The label will state uses.
4. Spray the inhibitor from a trigger spray bottle on the surface in a light and even coat. If the inhibitor is a brush-on type, stir with a stir stick, dip a paintbrush in and paint onto the surface. Mold, mildew and bacteria inhibitors are available in already mixed spray bottles, paint-on application or as a concentrate. Concentrates require dilution prior to application. Marine supply stores carry a wide range of inhibitors.
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