Tips on How to Remove Drywall Mold Properly
We know about that green spots growing on your
old sandwich bread, but did you know that you can also get fungi to
grow on your drywall? If you see that black stuff growing on your
drywall that looks a bit like that green stuff growing on your old
or stale bread then you definitely have a big problem. This
basically means that your home is providing great conditions for
mold to grow.
Although these things don’t really look harmful, but you have to
remember that the black fungus growing on your drywall isn’t only
ugly but is also dangerous. All molds can be eliminated immediately
and are not as harmful as the black mold. If you suspect that this
kind of mold is lurking and growing on your walls anywhere in your
home, it is in your best interest to remove it immediately as
drywall molds is a very serious matter.
Once you locate where the black mold is growing and thriving, the
first step is to protect yourself. The reason for this is that
breathing in this stuff can be poisonous to your body. In fact,
black mold can cause respiratory problems and it can even be as
serious as bleeding of the lungs. It can cause headaches, nausea,
dizziness and other serious health problems.
Before you start removing drywall molds, try to invest in a pair of
rubber gloves, eye goggles and good pair of respirator mask. These
things will prevent you from inhaling black mold.
The next step in getting rid of the black mold or drywall mold is to
seal off the contaminated room. You don’t want the spores of the
fungus to become airborne while you work, which can spread to other
rooms. Use a plastic sheet and duct tape to seal off the room you
are working in. Also, you have check the surrounding walls, ceiling
and floors as it is not uncommon for fungus to spread in nearby
areas.
The bad news is that the moldy wall cannot be saved. The reason for
this is that the material cannot be penetrated below the area
surface, which means that the fungus below the surface of the
material or the drywall cannot be removed. Disinfecting the area
will not work. This basically means that you have to cut the
infected area with a utility knife. Once you cut off the infected
area, the next step is to dispose of it in a sealed trash bag and
remove it from your home.
The next step is to clean the surrounding areas using a product that
is designed for mold removal. Use only a light touch of the product
in order to avoid surface damage. You also have to avoid using
bleach as it cannot penetrate below the surface of the material.
After disinfecting the material, the next step is to dry the areas
thoroughly. If it’s one thing that you don’t want, it’s allowing the
mold to re-grow on wet surfaces.
After you have completely dried the treated material, the next step
is to get rid of all traces of the fungus. After that, you can
easily patch the surface where you removed a part of the drywall.
You have to keep in mind that if a large area of your drywall is
affected by mold, the best way to get it removed is by hiring a
professional and have the entire wall replaced. This may seem like a
costly solution but always remember that what’s at stake here is
your health.
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