Tired of mold and mildew forming walls and hard-to-reach corners of your house? You must have already tried a lot of methods for removing them effectively. There is a good chance that you have not yet found the solution that you were looking for. Bleach is used commonly for cleaning and removing molds, but it is just nasty and you would not want any of this stuff to be applied on the walls at any cost. Other solutions do not deliver as per expectations. How does one get molds and mildew off the walls and corners? The answer is tea tree oil.
Tea tree oil is well known for its anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. It is widely used for treating skin problems and dermatological issues. Probably this is why most people do not consider using it on the walls and corners. Not only does tea tree oil remove molds and mildew, but it also reduces the chance of recurrence. It is this particular aspect of the oil which makes it really effective in removing the fungal growth.
How to Remove Molds and Mildew with Tea Tree OilTea tree oil is perfectly safe to use so you do not need specialized protection to apply it on the affected area. Before you go about removing the molds, make sure you have the following things.
- Pure Tea Tree Oil
- Clean cloth or pieces of sponge
- An old toothbrush
- A scrub brush
- An empty spray bottle
Now that you have the required items with you, it is time to check out the affected area. Inspecting the area would not only give you an idea about the amount of oil that would be required for removing the mildew, but also help you understand the extent of damage that has been done. Once you have a rough estimate of the affected area, use the following steps to treat it.
- To prepare the mold killing solution, you need to mix 2 tsp of tea tree oil with 2 cups of warm water. Now pour this mix into the spray bottle and give it a nice shake. This should help the oil to mix with the water properly
- Now that you have the solution ready, spray it on the affected areas. Do not start immediately after applying the solution. Leave it on the area for at least an hour. This will allow the tea tree oil to work its magic and start killing the mold and make it easy enough to be removed.
- After waiting for an hour, apply one more coat of the mix to the affected area and this time, start scrubbing it immediately. Remove the residue with the toothbrush and the scrub brush. Make sure you do it sparingly or else it would take longer to get the job done. When the mold has been removed, use a damp cloth to wipe the area clean.
- The area would have been cleaned, but we need to ensure that mold or mildew doesn’t recur. For this, spray the area lightly after cleaning and don’t rinse it. Let the mix be coated on the area and find its way into the nooks and corners. It is this step which allows a protective coating to remain on the area and prevent further growth.
Prevention is always better than cure. So make sure that you maintain proper ventilation in the area. If damp or moist air is not allowed to escape, it will cause mold and mildew on the walls and ceiling. You can keep a window open to allow air to circulate properly or you could use ventilators for it. This is the simplest and best way to prevent fungal growth.