Although we may think that our home is beautiful and well-kept, the problem of mold may be hiding in the least expected places. It turns out that it is worth paying special attention to the skirting boards, because the problem may lie behind them. How to find it and what to do? Take quick action because the problem may have negative health consequences.
How to find mold in your home? It may be hidden behind the slats
Sometimes you can notice that our strips are starting to stick out. This is a factor worth paying special attention to. This usually happens because they are swollen and behind them there is… mold, caused by moisture, darkness and poor ventilation.
A woman cleans a wall with mold Voyagerix/iStock
So instead of attaching them to the wall right away, move a piece away and check if the problem also applies to your apartment. If this happens and the problem is not yet very developed, you can buy an effective antifungal agent at a pharmacy for about PLN 8. It is worth taking action and combating mold as soon as possible, because over time it may spread to other surfaces and cover, for example, walls. In this case, keep in mind that home remedies for mold will not help and you should call in specialists.
What doesn’t mold like? Choose tea tree oil from the pharmacy
Not everyone realizes that mold can negatively affect not only the structure of the building, but also our health. All because of the harmful fumes it produces, which we then unknowingly inhale. Long contact with mold may lead to the development of respiratory diseases, so the problem should not be underestimated. It turns out that the way to remove small mold is not expensive. In this case, it is worth buying regular tea tree oil from the pharmacy. What should you do? Simply mix two tablespoons of the product with two cups of warm water and pour the mixture into a spray bottle.. Then spray the walls and moldings where you have noticed unfavorable changes. After an hour, spray the mixture again, then put on protective gloves and scrub everything with the rough side of the sponge. Finally, throw the sponge in the trash, wait until the molding and wall dry, and attach it to the wall. Ready! Remember, however, that if the problem worsens or returns, you should seek help from professionals who will determine the cause of the problem and propose an appropriate solution.
Source: Gazeta
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