Destroying Mold by Green Methods
The best way to avoid most problems is by taking preventive measures. But the usual scenario is that something happened and now it must be dealt with. This is usually the case with mold in your carpeting, showers, walls, and so on and so forth. Commonly the methods used to kill mold and bacteria was with bleach. While bleach is an effective killer, it is a caustic and dangerous chemical to handle. Finding more natural ways to excise mold has become a part of the green movement.
Pretty much any natural cleaning book will tell you that vinegar and water is the only cleaner you need. A solution of vinegar and water is said to clean just about anything, and can replace your commercial bought cleaners. There is no doubt that a vinegar solution is on the list of natural methods to kill mold and mildew. On the more fancy and expensive side is the use of solutions of Tea tree oil and solutions of Grape seed oil. Both solutions are tried, tested, and known as fungus killers.
The most common and quickly remedied mold is mold found in the bathroom. Your bathroom is full of pipe work and water. This gets splashed around and does not always make it down the drain. This leads to excess moisture and can cause the growth of mold and mildew. The aforementioned solutions can easily kill off fungal growth in your bathroom.
Again prevention is the key. Before your house starts growing mold, check your home for damp spots, leaking pipes, and extra humidity. Consider getting a room dehumidifier for overly humid rooms in your house. If you have leaky pipes, have them fixed. If your Air Conditioning condenser is producing too much moisture, have it inspected. The earlier any issues are identified and handled, the less likely the chance your home will need a mold remediation service.