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How to Kill Mold Without Bleach

You can kill mold without bleach. As a matter of fact, the EPA recommends in most cases that you try to kill mold without bleach, unless someone in your home is already having a serious reaction to the presence of mold. If you find mold in your home or building, it is important to stop its growth as soon as possible. If a large area is affected, you can still kill mold without bleach, but there are additional guidelines to follow. But if there is a small isolated patch of mold that you would like to take care of you can follow these simple recommendations:

Things You'll Need

  • Soap
  • water
  • means for providing ventilation to the area such as an open window or a fan
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Instructions

    • 1

      Killing mold without bleach is not enough to ensure safety. Remember that dead mold is still an allergen, so mold must be removed from the building, not just killed.

    • 2

      First, make sure that nobody with asthma, allergies, or a suppressed immune system is allowed in the area during work. Whenever you remove mold, spores are released into the air, which are dangerous to inhale.

    • 3

      To kill mold without bleach, it is important to stop any water leakages in the area. Check for dampness and water damage. Seal leaky areas. Improve ventilation. If there are no windows, then running a fan can help.

    • 4

      Sometimes mold appears to be ashen or dusty. DO NOT simply dust it off of a surface with a dry rag or a broom. This releases spores into the air. Wipe them down with a wet, soapy solution. If you must remove objects coated with mold, then wet them down with a soapy solution then immediately place them into a bag and seal the bag.

    • 5

      It is easy to kill mold without bleach if you simply clean the surfaces with a detergent and water. The key is to simply remove the mold residue and to dry thoroughly.

    • 6

      Consider using a dehumidifier.

    • 7

      Monitor the area. If mold continues to grow back, then you will have to proceed with caution. See the EPA resources below.

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