Step 1: Make a solution of one part bleach to three parts water in the spray bottle. Step 2: Saturate the mold and surrounding area on the wall. Step 3: Let the solution soak into the mold for 10-15 minutes. Step 4: Using the scrubbing brush, remove the mold and stains.
Lysol is effective for killing fungi on surfaces, but it should not be used directly on the skin because it can irritate your skin.
Install a dehumidifier in your home
A dehumidifier works by sucking up excess moisture from the air, and since mold thrives in areas with high humidity, it is effective at preventing the spread of spores as well as eliminating those that already exist.
To get rid of the majority of excess mold spores:
Ventilate your home: Keep your home properly ventilated by allowing fresh air in occasionally and making sure that humid areas (kitchen, bathroom, basement, and attic) have proper fan ventilation.
If cleaning with detergent doesn't work, it's possible to remove mould using diluted vinegar and a microfibre cloth. If mould cannot be removed using the vinegar method, cleaning with diluted bleach or a commercial product may be required.
Sterilization destroys or eliminates all forms of microbial life, including bacterial spores. This involves the use of higher levels of physical (e.g., extreme heat) or chemical (liquid or gas sterilants) processes and is generally used for medical devices/equipment.
White vinegar is a mild acid that can kill around 82% of mold species. It is still better to wear protective gloves and glasses before using vinegar because vinegar when exposed to the skin may cause irritation and stinging sensation in a few people.
The fungal spores themselves can live for up to 20 months. During this time, people should take the necessary precautions to prevent reinfection.
Bleach is a strong and effective disinfectant – its active ingredient sodium hypochlorite is effective in killing bacteria, fungi and viruses, including influenza virus – but it is easily inactivated by organic material.
An antifungal agent, or fungicide, is a biocidal chemical compound or biological organism used to kill or inhibit fungi or fungal spores.
Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda with 2 cups of hot water and apply it directly on the mould. Leave it for an hour and scrub it with a brush. Give one final spray of vinegar. It will disinfect and prevent the regrowth of the bacteria.
The active ingredient in most Lysol disinfectant sprays is benzalkonium chloride (BAC), a quaternary ammonium compound with antifungal properties. Lysol is designed to kill mold and mold spores on surfaces — it is not effective at killing mold spores in the air.
Vinegar is better at killing mold because it can work on both porous and nonporous surfaces. It also terminates molds at their roots so the mold won't return and is also safer than bleach. You can even combine it with baking soda to make it more effective.
Acidified bleach and regular bleach (5,000 ppm chlorine) can inactivate 106 Clostridium difficile spores in ≤10 minutes 262. One study reported that 25 different viruses were inactivated in 10 minutes with 200 ppm available chlorine 72.
It's a good idea to first fix any water leaks. Then, run a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter to help remove spores from the air and seal off the room. Finally, contact professionals who specialize in mold removal.
Sporocidal agents include gluteraldehyde, sodium hypochlorite, iodine/iodophors, hydrogen peroxide and peracetic acid. Assessment or comparison of sporocidal agents should incorporate procedures for the recovery and revival of injured spores, to prevent overestimation of efficacy.
RMR Brands RMR-141 Disinfectant
This ammonium-powered spray kills 99.9 percent of household bacteria and viruses—including mold. Sold in either a large jug or spray bottle, we prefer the latter for ease of use.
The only way to directly kill mold spores in the air is to use an air purifier. For best results, place purifiers in each room of your house to ensure maximum efficiency in killing the spores. You can get a quality air purifier at any home improvement store and at most mass retailers.
Yes, you can leave vinegar on mould overnight, though this isn't necessary as it usually takes effect after an hour. However, you can't use any type of vinegar, for mould removal you must use distilled white vinegar.