Black mold is very hazardous and it can cause damages to the building structures and serious illnesses to health especially the upper respiratory system.
- muscle pain
- cramps
- headache / migraine
- unexplained fatigue
- weakness
- flu-like symptoms such as nasal congestion, persistent cough, watery eyes
- abdominal pain
- nausea
- diarrhea
- irritated eyes, nose, throat
- difficult to focus
- shortness of breath
- memory loss
- dizzy
In some severe cases, toxic black mold can even trigger asthma attack and cause death. Do not take this matter lightly, remove black mold immediately when it is first spotted to prevent it from spreading further.
Watch this video to find out how to remove musty mildew smells in the room.
One of the effective way to get rid of musty mildew odor is to fill a disposable bowl with white vinegar. Place it in an inconspicuous place in the room with horrible mildew smell. White vinegar when placed in open air will evaporate and absorb odors in the surrounding air.
Remove mildew as soon as you see it, as the longer the mold is allowed to grow, the more damage it can do to surfaces and even to your health.
These are all you need when handling bathroom mildew removal:
- Rubber gloves
- A spray bottle
- A bottle of liquid chlorine bleach
- A plastic-bristled scrub brush
- Some water
- A clean, dry cloth
Step by step guide to remove mildew stains in your bathroom:
1: Put your gloves on.
2. Mix 1 part bleach to 15 parts water in the spray bottle. Never mix bleach with anything other than water, and make sure your bathroom is well ventilated while using bleach solution.
3. Spray the bleach solution directly on any mold mildew stains.
