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The All-Natural Spray That Effectively Removes Household Mold

by in DIY December 29, 2016

Do you want to rid yourself of mold for good without using chemical products? This could be just what you need.

Mold is a type of fungi that can be found in the air as well as everywhere else. Mold breaks down dead materials and can usually be found on rotting food or plants. Moisture is something that allows mold to thrive as it is attracted to damp wet spaces.

Not all mold is bad but it is better to be safe than sorry. Some types of household mold can be very dangerous to our health. Some can even result in tumor growth. If you are being exposed to mold on a daily basis because of where you live or even your job you may need to wear a clinical mask. This will help to filter the air you’re breathing in.

One of the main side effects is worsening asthma and or giving a person asthma. If you see dark green or black mold growing in your house there is no need to panic. Not all black mold is poisonous to us. You can order testing kits online or even consult a professional to find out what specific kind of mold you’re dealing with.

The recipe below will get rid of any sort of non-toxic household mold you may be dealing with.

Things Needed:

  • 4 teaspoons of Tea Tree Oil
  • 4 cups of water
  • A cotton cloth
  • An empty spray bottle

Directions:

  • Pour the tea tree oil and water into the spray bottle put the lid on and shake vigorously.
  • Spray this over the molded areas and let it set for a few hours.
  • Use the cloth to go around the sprayed areas and make sure to dry them thoroughly.

Using this will rid your home of mold in no time. If you think that your mold issue is too severe do not hesitate to contact a professional to have it removed. Minor mold issues however, can be easily resolved using this.