2007-01-21 08:03:38 · 12 answers · asked by Camomile 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
i don't think you can make it disappear forever without serious structural changes, but try telling that to my landlord, the a$$hole.
2007-01-21 08:11:28 · answer #1 · answered by stephizzal 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
When it first appears, try spraying it with a solution of bleach and water, or try a cleaner that is designated as a mildew remover. IF the mildew has been there for a while, use the same techinque as above and follow up with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser- this thing removes almost anything! It seems as it truly is magic they way stains that have been on something for a while, it will get rid of it.
Try it, I know it will work.
2007-01-21 17:38:57 · answer #2 · answered by rosey 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The first thing you have to do is figure out what is causing the mildew or the problem will just come right back. They make many cleaners with mildew and mold killer chemicals in them - check the cleaning supplies aisle at any major store. After you have it all taken care of, repaint the walls.
2007-01-21 16:12:48 · answer #3 · answered by ginabgood1 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Use water with bleach (the bleach container should tell you how many parts bleach for one gallon of water). This will remove the mildew. However, there is probably something else that is causing the mildew. This would be my primary concern. I would consider buying a moisture trap or a dehumidifier. Also, you should make sure that moisture is not trapped behind the walls.
2007-01-21 16:08:30 · answer #4 · answered by Scott 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wash the walls down with a solution of bleach & water and then you can use killz and a mold inhibitor to repaint the walls. I am not sure if it works forever, but it works for a real long time... I used this method in my bathroom and have had no problems yet! Good luck!
2007-01-21 16:12:09 · answer #5 · answered by Stephanie B 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Spray bleach.... and then use KILZ it is available at Home Depot or Lowes and then you can paint over the once mildewed area!! Or, if you do not want to paint just use the bleach but, dilute it with some water straight bleach is tooo strong!! DO NOT MIX ANYTHING WITH BLEACH LIKE SOMEONE ON HERE TOLD YOU TO!!!!!! FUMES COULD BE FATAL!!!!
2007-01-21 16:56:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
call in a professional--there probably is a water problem within the structure of the walls. Good luck to solving this situation--glad this one isn't mine. And, I thought I had big bad problems--just solved a garbage disposal and dishwasher problem by using the manufacture's guide. Those are handy phamphlets to keep in a file--can save mega-bucks just by following the cleaning guides and knowing where the reset button is to keep the machine going.
2007-01-21 16:27:09 · answer #7 · answered by mary b 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Not forever, but you do not need pressure wash either.
I have very good result from the bleach Home Depot associate recommended.
But the bleach is very corrosive, be careful not to spray on object not intended.
2007-01-21 16:14:08 · answer #8 · answered by Tia T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In order to remove it in such a way that is healthy.....hot water with Clorox is the only option. Anything else will leave some of the organism left alive.
The only way to keep it from reappearing.......is to run an air conditioner unit, or dehumidifier, in order to keep household humidity under 70%. Humidity is one of man's biggest enemies in terms of respiratory health issues.
Namaste,
--Tom
2007-01-21 16:09:29 · answer #9 · answered by glassnegman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have mildew present on the walls you have moisture behind the walls. you need a professional mildewcide!
2007-01-21 16:07:33 · answer #10 · answered by David K 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋