Mold and mildew are the most common biological pollutants found in the home. Mold and mildew release spores in the air, often causing allergic reactions such as watery eyes, runny nose and sneezing, nasal congestion and fatigue.  In addition to the health risks, mold may damage walls, ceiling and other parts of your home.

Because mold is a living organism, the key to mold prevention and its removal is alter the environment so that it cannot survive.  Mold depends upon moist conditions and some type of organic food source, such as wood and paper. Eliminate either and the problem will generally go away. In most cases it is easier to eliminate the moist conditions through ventilation, the use of dehumidifiers or changing the conditions that cause the moisture. The conditions which allow the mold to grow must be controlled or the mold will return.

Warning: Different people react to mold in different ways.  It is best that you take precautions, such as wearing a face mask, gloves and protective clothing when cleaning large areas of mold.  As a general rule, if the area which needs cleaning is more than 3 feet by 3 feet, you may want to consult a professional. 

What do I use to get rid of musty smells?  

Musty smells are normally a result of mold and mildew. Clean all areas affected with an all purpose cleaner, such as Ecogent or Speedball, then treat affected surfaces with Kill Odors Plus  to kill mold and mildew spores. You should also ensure that the source of the dampness that caused the mold and mildew to grow has been corrected.

How do I remove mold and mildew from carpet and upholstery?  

This soil requires a treatment with a disinfectant such as Kill Odors Plus. The fabric should then be cleaned with the appropriate upholstery cleaning solution. Dry rot is the permanent damage caused by mold and mildew.

How to remove odors from a boat or RV
The secret to odor removal is eliminating the source of the odor.  If the source of this problem is not fixed, the odor will return. This is not easy because the high humidity in the boat makes the entire interior a breeding ground for mold and mildew. RV’s have similar problems with humidity when moisture remains trapped in the closed unit.

The first step is to control the humidity with some type of air circulation system.  Kill Odor Plus will work to remove the odor.  Use as directed.  Adding a cupful directly into the toilet and bilge helps.   The interior should be cleaned regularly with an environmentally friendly cleaner, such as Ecogent.