The Top 5 Must Have Restoration Equipment for Removing Mold Damage from Wood Furniture
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Removing Mold from Wood Furiture
Removing or cleaning mold and mildew from wood is actually much simpler to do than it looks. You typically only need a handful of equipment that will help you kill the pesky mold. Not only that, the great thing is you probably already have much of the necessary restoration equipment available on hand!
Mildew is a type of mold that thrives in warm, moist environments. It can grow in nearly any location that has oxygen, moisture, and the slightest amount of organic material such as food or soil. Most mildew can be killed and removed with a few simple steps. If the mold continues to return, it usually means that all of the spores were not removed. Most mildew removers are chlorine based and if they are not removed completely, the mildew will use the residue to grow on when humidity levels rise again. Periodic cleanings may be necessary until the mold is gone for good.
Removing Mildew from Painted Wood
You Will Need:
- Chlorine bleach
- Water
- Buckets
- Sponges
- Rubber gloves
Steps to Remove the Mildew and Mold:
- Begin by mixing one gallon of water with ¾ cup of bleach in the bucket.
- Fill a second bucket with plain, clean water.
- Moisten a sponge with the solution and gently scrub the mold and mildew until it is gone. Avoid letting water set on the wood for too long as it may cause damage. If necessary, repeat several times, drying each time so that the wood does not become saturated and warped.
- When the stains are removed, rinse with clean water from the second bucket.
- Ensure that all bleach residue is removed or it can lead to future growth.
- Allow the wood to dry completely.
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