{"id":2206,"date":"2022-08-07T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-07T15:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trexo.ca\/?p=2206"},"modified":"2024-06-12T11:33:28","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T16:33:28","slug":"how-to-clean-mold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trexo.ca\/en\/how-to-clean-mold\/","title":{"rendered":"How to clean mold in a building"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Mold is a natural fungus that can be found anywhere where moisture and oxygen are present, from your home to your workplace. However, as soon as this microscopic fungus begins to multiply and spread over your surfaces, it becomes dangerous as its cells produce toxins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, our industrial cleaning experts explain the reasons why it\u2019s important to clean mold and several effective methods for getting rid of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is mold?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mold is a fungus that produces a distinctive damp smell when it grows. This unattractive odor comes from the spores it releases. If inhaled in large quantities, this odor can trigger allergies and other illnesses, which can be harmful to humans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How does mold develop?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mold most commonly grows on dusty surfaces and porous materials such as wood, cardboard, etc. The most important component needed for mold to develop is moisture. This considered, it\u2019s very possible for mold to develop inside workplaces<\/a>, especially within warehouses where there\u2019s often a lot of dust and moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The places where you\u2019re mostly likely to find mold include walls, ceilings, windowsills, closets, and any other enclosed, unventilated spaces, as well as in stagnant water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to clean mold<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although it’s not always easy to get rid of mold, our industrial warehouse cleaning<\/a> experts give you their best advice for removing it indefinitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Create a mixture of white vinegar and water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The acid in white vinegar is an excellent cleaner for many surfaces. Simply mix it with an equal amount of water and spray it onto the mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you have sprayed this mixture evenly over all the mold in each room, wipe off the residue and allow the surfaces to dry naturally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you also want to get rid of the damp smell, you can add a few drops of lavender oil into your mixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Cover in bicarbonate soda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An alternative solution for getting rid of mold is to combine 2 spoons of bicarbonate soda with a drop of white vinegar. Spread this mixture onto the walls and other surfaces where mold is present. After 10 minutes, you can wipe the areas and let them dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Repeat this process until the mold has gone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Hire a professional<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Finally, if you are unable to remove the mold by yourself or there is simply too much of it to deal with, we recommend that you hire a company specialized in industrial cleaning. Our experts at Trexo Solutions can help you to effectively remove the mold in your warehouse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whatever the situation, avoid waiting too long before attempting to remove the mold. Early intervention can prevent many problems and ensure that your building is a healthy and safe work environment for your employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health effects of mold<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although most mold isn\u2019t harmful to your health, if present in large quantities, it can pose health risks to your employees. If someone develops any of the following symptoms, it may mean that there\u2019s too much mold in your workplace:<\/p>\n\n\n\n