How Do You Remove Mildew And Mildew Odor From Books?
Mildew can form on books when they are left in damp, warm, poorly lit areas where air does not circulate. Mildew is a thin layer of whitish to bluish-green growth produced by mold. Mold is always present in the air and only need moisture and the conditions mentioned above to grow. Books can be especially hard to clean since you want to be careful not to damage its delicate pages and spine. Mildew will discolor pages and sometimes eat into them until they rot and fall apart. Removing mildew from books is extremely hard and should be avoided by storing books in a clean, dry and well-ventilated area. Step 1 Gently remove any loose mildew from the book with a soft brush or piece of cloth. If the books are very damp you may want to skip this step until after the book has dried out. Step 2 Dry the damp books by spreading them out fan wise in a room where air can be gently circulated. Step 3 Sprinkle cornstarch or talcum powder between the pages of the book to draw out moisture. Leave the boo
