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Does painting over a moldy surface take care of the mold?

April 26, 2017mold moldy painting

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Does painting over a moldy surface take care of the mold?

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Painting over mold only masks the problem. Paint does not kill the mold nor stop it from growing. Surfaces that are washable should be cleaned with a detergent solution, following the procedure suggested above, then allowed to dry. If you are going to paint, remove mold first.