For the last few weeks or so, we've been waking up to pitter patter, fresh mud smells and gloomy skies. It's a great phenomenon-the rains! But along with the beauty accompanying it, it tows along excess humidity which might prove to be a discomfort in certain areas. All that extra water in the atmosphere settles down on our sofas, curtains and carpets making them perfect breeding grounds for a host of mold and fungi species. Not something you want happening to your plush sofa set or delicate curtains!
So we at Sanctum thought we'd round up some tips on how to get rid and mostly, prevent this from occurring at all our homes.
Let's get informed: What is Mold & Mildew?
Mold is a type of fungus that develops from airborne spores. It grows in humid areas that lack ventilation. Though mostly an occurrence of the monsoons, this fungus can develop due to a leaky pipe or badly insulated walls. So keep an eye out throughout the year! Untreated mold turns into a dark patch called mildew.
Not very pretty is it?
So we at Sanctum thought we'd round up some tips on how to get rid and mostly, prevent this from occurring at all our homes.
Let's get informed: What is Mold & Mildew?
Mold is a type of fungus that develops from airborne spores. It grows in humid areas that lack ventilation. Though mostly an occurrence of the monsoons, this fungus can develop due to a leaky pipe or badly insulated walls. So keep an eye out throughout the year! Untreated mold turns into a dark patch called mildew.
Not very pretty is it?
And what's more is it can have toxic and allergic effects on humans, implying we don't just want to get rid of it because its a sore sight for eyes.
How to get rid of Mold: Six Simple Steps!
Found some mold on your wall or sofa? Read on to find out how to do away with this nuisance:
- Safety first! Don on a pair of rubber gloves, goggles and a mask. Now you're ready to take mold on!
- First lightly dry brush the area using a bristled brush.
- Make anti-mold solution by mixing one part chlorine bleach with three parts water. You can use any detergent having bleach if you can't access chlorine bleach. Another kitchen friendly option is to mix one part vinegar with one part water. Apply this solution on the area.
- Repeat brushing action till darkness of area fades.
- Rinse thoroughly using a damp cloth.
- Air dry. Voila!
Prevention is better than cure: Here's how!
Simple practices can help you keep the mold at bay:
- Keep a silica gel sachet or any other product that helps absorb extra moisture, in different corners around your house.
- Try to use an anti-mildew paint in moisture prone areas and keep an anti-microbial spray ready at hand.
- Use an electric dehumidifier in a very badly affected area.
- However, the sun is the best mold killer. So make sure you catch those fleeting moments of sunshine and dry everything out!
Now that you've got all of that smelly mold out, it's time to enjoy your home again. And 'tis the season to enjoy being indoors. So grab your favorite novel, a hot cuppa chai and let the outdoors get wet while you stay warm and dry inside.:)
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