Antimicrobial sprays like Microban can stop mold and mildew in their tracks, while also inhibiting the growth of other harmful bacteria. Concrobium Mold Control is another effective option, as its non-toxic formula can be sprayed directly onto walls, flooring, and other surfaces to prevent mold from taking hold.
Adequate ventilation, proper drainage, solid surfaces, and proper cleaning are essential. If you do replace standard drywall in your bathroom, use a paperless board like DensArmor or USG Glass-Mat. Also, use National Gypsum's mold resistant joint compound. Mold will grow on standard drywall mud.
Maintaining proper humidity levels is key to preventing mold growth. Use a dehumidifier in damp areas to keep humidity between 30% and 50%. You should also ensure proper ventilation in bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms, and use exhaust fans when cooking or showering to remove excess moisture.
Vinegar and tea tree essential oil are known for helping combat mold. Combining the two makes one powerful homemade anti-mold spray.
For a fast-acting cleaner with quick results, we recommend the RMR-86 Instant Mold Stain and Mildew Stain Remover. Our favorite aspect is how versatile it is, since it can work on most non-porous and semi-porous surfaces including wood, vinyl, drywall, brick, kitchen counters, concrete floors, and more.
Equipment Used in Mold Remediation
Air scrubbers play a crucial role and filter out mold spores from the air, ensuring a cleaner environment. HEPA vacuums are also vital, adeptly removing mold particles from surfaces. To detect hidden mold, we use moisture meters, pinpointing damp areas prone to mold growth.
For this reason, we highly recommend Suretherm Anti-Condensation Paint. Suretherm helps prevent the route cause of the problem - the moisture! Suretherm Anti Condensation Paint is an internal water-based emulsion that is specifically designed to help deal with internal mould and damp caused by condensation.
Spray the Mould Blocker Spray onto the affected area, then leave to dry. The surface will now block mould from regrowing for up to six months, depending on the severity of the cause of mould. For severe mould problems, reapply the Mould Blocker Spray once a month.
Mold behind drywall can be very harmful to our health. Black mold is especially dangerous because of its severe effects. It can cause serious respiratory problems. People who breathe in mold spores often get respiratory infections.
Depending on the area you can use a sponge, cloth, paint brush or roller, pump sprayer or cold fogger to evenly wet the surface. What if mold is growing behind the wall? You will need to remove the drywall or create/find an opening to treat the affected area. The solution will not penetrate a solid barrier.
If you don't replace water-damaged, moldy drywall, it could end up compromising the structure of your home. It's also a health hazard, and in some cases, the only way to get rid of toxic black mold on drywall is to remove the affected panels completely.
Mold-resistant drywall typically comes in two forms – either with a gypsum core and fiberglass facing or with gypsum material consistent throughout the drywall (also known as homogeneous).
What's the difference between PURPLE drywall and traditional green drywall? Traditional green drywall (also known as greenboard) is only moisture-resistant. PURPLE drywall, manufactured only by Gold Bond Building Products, is superior because it offers moisture, mold and mildew resistance.
KILZ® MOLD & MILDEW† Primer is a water based primer-sealer-stainblocker that is specially designed for residential surfaces in high humidity, moisture and temperature environments such as kitchens, bathrooms, powder rooms and laundry rooms.
The best way to prevent mold is to control moisture. Keep the indoor humidity below 60% relative humidity, ideally between 30% and 50%.
Quaternary ammonium compounds, or quats, are popular for mold remediation, as they're safe and easily adaptable. Additionally, quats are effective on microorganisms, and most formulations are noncorrosive and relatively inexpensive.
A common misconception is that spraying mold with bleach will kill it. Unfortunately, this is false. Spraying bleach on mold doesn't kill the mold; it simply discolors it and leaves spores behind. Not to mention, removing mold with a solution of bleach and water can allow mold to regrow even faster.
The chief innovation in mold-resistant drywall is the substitution of fiberglass mat for the paper facing used in traditional drywall.
Removing Mold From the Walls
Mix a solution of one tablespoon dishwashing liquid, 1/2 cup chlorine bleach, and one cup of warm water in a spray bottle.
While mould-resistant paint will prevent mould in moisture-prone areas of the home such as bathrooms, kitchens and areas of condensation, it will not solve damp problems and will not dry wet walls or surfaces. The only way to cure a damp problem is to carry out a full damp proofing course and fully treat the surface.
Hydrogen peroxide, commonly used to disinfect wounds, is active against a wide variety of micro-organisms including mold. It acts by releasing oxygen at a rapid rate, which kills mold by oxidizing the surface and breaking down proteins and DNA.
To prevent mould growth, the dwelling should be properly ventilated and adequately heated. By exchanging damp air inside houses with fresh air from outside, moisture is less likely to condense on cold surfaces like walls.