How Do You Clean Mold From Basement Walls & Floors?
Mold is a type of fungus that thrives in moist environments. It enters homes as small mold spores that look for moisture to grow. While mold generally is not harmful to people in good health, those with asthma or allergies may be more susceptible to health problems from mold. Mold is unattractive and makes basement walls and floors look dirty. Cleaning mold from basement walls and floors will not only restore the neat appearance of the basement but will also eliminate the possibility of health problems associated with mold inhalation. Seal the basement off from the rest of the house. Cover heat vents and registers, and open the basement windows prior to cleaning. Put on safety goggles, gloves and a face mask to clean the mold. This will prevent exposure to harmful mold spores. Remove any items in the molded area to a mold-free place in the house. If the items were exposed to mold, they need to be cleaned before you put them back into the basement once you have removed the mold. Fill a
