Usually, mold is only a problem when it appears in your own home. Here we explain how you can remove mold from wallpaper, what you should consider when removing mold and how you can prevent re-infestation.
When you notice mold, it’s usually a bit of a shock. In the long run, it can be removed from the wallpaper if you react quickly and correctly. But what is the correct procedure? Do I need to call in a mold removal professional because otherwise you won’t be able to control the mold? Or is a special cleaning agent sufficient? The right way to answer these questions depends on the size of the infestation – and where it occurs.
If a very damp wall is the cause of the mold, it is possible that not only the wallpaper, but also the wall underneath is affected by mold. In this case, you cannot avoid removing the wallpaper and renovating it. However, if you’ve noticed mold at an early stage and the cause wasn’t a damp wall, it’s usually just superficial mold on the wallpaper.
In this case, you have a good chance of being able to remove the mold with a special cleaning agent. MELLERUD offers you two professional solutions for mold removal – Mellerud Mold cleaning solution with chlorine and Mellerud Mold cleaning solution, chlorine-free. But how do these solutions work?
Mold has no chance – Mellerud Cleaning and Mold Removal Solution
Mellerud Mold Cleaning Solution is a suitable choice if you want to remove mold from the bathroom, swimming pool or sauna. It is suitable for washable surfaces such as tiles and tiles, joints, walls, ceilings, wood and plastics. It contains chlorine and has a whitening and disinfecting effect at the same time. This means black mold stains are removed quickly. For example, the black spots of mold formed between the joints are cleaned quickly. Spray the mold removal solution on the surface and let it work for about 20 minutes. Then rinse the surface well with water. If there is still a smell of chlorine, wipe the area again with a damp sponge.
The power of active oxygen – MELLERUD Mildew Cleaning Solution, Chlorine Free
If you find mold in the kitchen, children’s room or bedroom, you can also remove the mold with a chlorine-free cleaning agent based on active oxygen. Because it does not contain chlorine, it does not attack surfaces and can be used in pantries, refrigerators and cupboards. In addition, it is odorless. Spray on the surface and let it act for an hour. But, if the mold stains are intense, the solution can be left to act overnight. After this period, clean the surface with a damp sponge or cloth.
Proper mold prevention
If you have completely removed the mold and it was not caused by a structural defect, you can now focus on the next step, which is prevention.
Prevention is based on a few simple rules. Correct and regular ventilation of rooms with high humidity. The kitchen and the bathroom are the rooms where water vapor often appears, but the bedroom is also a vulnerable room for the appearance of mold due to the vapors that the person releases during sleep. The ventilation is carried out with the window wide open for about 10 minutes. This type of ventilation is better from an energy point of view than tilting the window for a longer time. For humidity control it is recommended to have a hygrometer and prevent the humidity from rising above 70%. In addition, you should avoid drying clothes in living rooms and setting up large aquariums – these factors can increase humidity.
Mellerud also offers us a solution to prevent the appearance of mold, which we can use during the construction or renovation phase of the home – Mellerud Inhibitor Additive mold – an effective additive that can be added to building materials and types of paint, which are water-soluble, such as latex-based paint, sealants, mortar, plaster and adhesives for wallpaper. It prevents the appearance of mold, fungi and the development of algae, it has an immediate effect and a long-lasting effect.
Another popular place for mold to form is behind furniture. Here’s a simple rule: If possible, furniture should sit 15 cm from external walls and at least 5 cm from internal walls. This ensures air circulation and minimizes the risk of mold.
Conclusion: Mold is not a cause for panic. Smaller infestations can, in most cases, be eliminated with special agents. Re-infestation with mold can also be avoided with a few rules. However, a large scale mold infestation could be the cause of a structural defect and you should call in a mold removal expert.
