how to combat the mold?

[ctrbabe1]

Every year when the humidity comes back, we get a surge of mold growing in the corners of our rooms. This year it is especially bad and has invaded our children's room as well. We've started running the a/c again recently, hoping that it will help. In the past, we've scrubbed the wall with a bleach solution, but that only works temporarily.

Does anyone else have this problem? It's really gross and I want it gone. What can we do?

Thanks

 

[Aava.Wong]

you can put on the humidifier too. my hubby scrubbed the ceilings and painted the rooms but they are back again.

 

[ctrbabe1]

We don't have a dehumidifier. We have a small flat, so not a lot of space. We usually have the windows open, unless the a/c or heater is on.

 

[Bumps]

Vinegar is the best way to stop it from growing back - bleach never works. Just wipe/clean surfaces with white vinegar.

 

[ctrbabe1]

do you dilute it at all or use straight vinegar?

 

[Bumps]

Just straight vinegar.

 

[MommyTo3]

I am running dehumidifiers in all the rooms to prevent the mold. That way I am also protecting my furniture, clothing, etc.

 

[mcdill]

Any recommendations for dehumidifier brands and models?

 

[newbiekt]

I haven't tried it yet, but someone told me that tea tree oil does the trick. There's a formula on the internet if you do a google search for the amount to use.

 

[lesliefu]

dehumidifying is your best option, and when the humidity is above say 80% do not open the window.