How to remove mold from painted walls?

 
Mold can grow in various places in the home, and this includes painted walls. As it is likely that you have painted walls in almost every room in the home, you need to be prepared for mold and mildew. If you are struggling with mold on walls, then you can call a professional mold removal company like Mold Remediation USA. However, there are some ways you can tackle a mold problem yourself, and we are going to guide you through the process in this article.
 

What Kind Of Mold Is It?

 
Before we can get into the most effective tools for mold removal, you first need to understand what kind of mold you want to get rid of first.
The following types of mold spores can infect your home:
Blue Mold: This is a form of penicillin mold growth, which does not make it safe to have around the house. This bacteria can cause health issues like allergic reactions and lung infections.
Black Mold: This is the most common kind of bathroom mold, as you will see it in tile grout and around showers, and it is toxic.
White Mold: This kind of mold grows in damp areas, so you might see it on bathroom walls or laundry rooms where moisture levels are high. It can appear due to water damage as well.
Green Mold: This is a common issue in moldy areas, and it combines different bacterias.
 
Mold can also be caused by a water leak, which can be a bigger issue to deal with. Make sure that all bathrooms and other rooms in the house are protected, as water infiltration with bacteria can be very dangerous.
 

Removing Mold From Walls

 
You can clean mold from walls easier now you can identify the problem, as each bacteria needs a different mold remover.
 
You can use household supplies to remove the mold problems from walls and other building materials. The following steps should help you take control of things in an affected area:
Water/Bleach Solution
This is one of the most effective ways to get rid of a mold situation, and it can be applied to almost any surface where mold is growing, from tiled walls to a painted feature wall. Mix one part bleach with three parts water and use a spray bottle to apply it to the affected area.
Let it sit on the area for around 10 minutes, then use a combination of a scrub brush, warm water, and elbow grease to remove mold spots from the wall.
Make sure to use rubber gloves when handling chlorine bleach, as this will protect your skin during your cleaning efforts.
White Vinegar
This is an effective cleaning tool that can kill mold and is not toxic. Vinegar can be applied directly to the wall or other infected items as it does not need to be diluted.
Vacuum
Using a HEPA vacuum filter can be a way to capture mold spores in the air and purify the home, preventing mold growing in that space.
Baking Soda
Mix this with hot water, so it forms a paste, and apply it to the wall. This mixture can be left for 24 hours or more to prevent mold from growing and is great to use in areas with a lot of moisture.
 
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