How Do You Get Rid Of Mildew Odor On Fabric?
Mildew, a fungal growth that thrives in warm, damp places, attaches itself indiscriminately to any surface that happens to boast the right climate. Aside from looking and smelling bad, mildew can wreak havoc upon respiratory health and should be attended to as soon as possible. Removing mildew odor from fabric is actually a very simple chore with rewards that come in the form of freedom from persistent mildew odors. Brush away any mildew present with a clean cloth or soft bristle brush. Be sure to do this over a trashcan or outside to prevent mildew spores from getting loose into the house. Pretreat any stains by cutting a lemon in half and squeezing lemon juice all over the affected area. Saturate the area thoroughly and cover the area with table salt. Rub the salt into the stain with a clean cloth and set it outside in the sunshine for 2 to 3 hours or until the stain is gone. Launder the fabric in hot water and leave out the detergent. During the rinse cycle, add a cup of white vineg