5 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Mould

So having experienced Queenslands best that mother nature has had to give. Most of us are probably experiencing the dreaded Mould!

Mould has many health related issues associated with it including respiratory distress, asthma, sore eyes and sinus congestion.

So how does it affect us?
Mould growths give off mould spores that our bodies are generally allergic to. Our bodies generally exhibit mild allergic reactions such a wheezing, irritated nose, eyes, throat or lungs through to even triggering asthma attacks. There is a percentage of moulds that can contain a toxin called Mycotoxin that can cause a range of illnesses.

So what can we do to prevent and eliminate mould.

The best way to prevent mould is to remove moisture sources such as leaky taps, pipes and roofs and open windows and blinds whenever possible.

You could hire a professional to treat your home. Probably a good idea if you have a serious mould problem.

Then there's your supermarket/hardware store cleaners.

or why not try a natural cleaner and make it yourself?

1) Tea Tree Oil - A little expensive but is a broad spectrum fungicide and appears to kill all moulds. Smell is very strong and will take a few days to clear. Whilst it is expensive a little goes a long way. Try2 teaspoons tea tree oil and 2 cups of water. Use a spray bottle, shake to blend and spray directly on affected areas. Do not rinse. Will last indefinitely so you can always have a spray bottle on hand.
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2) Grapefruit Seed Extract, also expensive but has no smell.
Try 20 drops grapefruit seed extract, 2 cups water, combine in a spray bottle and shake. Spray affected areas and do not rinse. Lasts indefinitely.

3) Vinegar - The cheapest and has a strong smell that takes a few days to clear. Simply fill a spray bottle with undiluted Distilled Vinegar in a spray bottle and spray affected areas. Do not rinse. Vinegar kills 82% of moulds.

4) Baking Soda -  Mix with vinegar and water or alone with water, baking soda is effective at removing mould naturally. Dissolve baking soda into water or water-and-vinegar solution, and spray onto surface. Let it sit, then scrub and wipe with a damp cloth. Baking soda is a natural disinfectant and very mild, so this solution will clean mould without leaving behind a scent.

5) Hydrogen Peroxide - Spray three percent hydrogen peroxide from a bottle onto the moldy surface and leave on for about 10 minutes. Scrub clean, then wipe with a damp cloth to remove residual mold spores. You can also use hydrogen peroxide and vinegar together, and then store the bottle in a dark area (as light breaks down the potency of the hydrogen peroxide).

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