There are many cleaning products that can combat mold and mildew stains. Baking soda and white vinegar are good examples. Bactericidal tea tree essential oil in a little water also makes a powerful, highly disinfectant cleaner. However, we often tend to think that only bleach can really combat mold in damp rooms (bathroom, kitchen, laundry room, etc.). However, this product is not suitable for all surfaces and it is very toxic in addition to harming the environment. To restore the shine to your moldy walls, joints and floors with very basic and ecological household disinfectant products, discover this chemical-free anti-mold spray which cleans moldy residue, removes bad odors and allows for in-depth disinfection.
The ingredients of this ready-to-use cleaning product:
-A spray bottle (for easy application to the surfaces to be treated)
-300 ml of hot water
-30 ml of dishwashing liquid or black soap
-3 tablespoons of baking powder (a very unusual multi-purpose product)
How to make this very effective anti-mold spray?
1) Start by gathering all your ingredients. This is the most difficult step of the preparation (that’s how easy the recipe is…).
2) Then pour all your ingredients into the sprayer. Close the bottle carefully and shake it. It’s already ready!
3) All you have to do is spray it on the surfaces to be treated. Above all, don’t hesitate to be generous when spraying. Afterwards, leave on for 30 minutes.
4) Finally, take care to scrub well and rinse with a sponge soaked in hot water. A toothbrush can also be used for scrubbing dirt in tile joints or on textiles. Then you will need to wipe with a clean, dry cloth to dry and shine the walls or floor.
Other tips for removing mold stains:
To thoroughly treat smaller surfaces, you can mix a sachet of yeast with lemon juice or toothpaste. Form a thick paste to apply to areas infested with mold. Above all, remember to let it act two hours to maximize the stain remover and fungicidal effect of this homemade disinfectant cleaner. Finally, rinse thoroughly.