Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Remove loose dirt and debris from the seal
Mix warm water with dish soap
Scrub the...
Wear gloves, an N95 mask, and eye protection
Ventilate the area by opening windows and doors
Remove and discard any heavily mold-damaged wood
Vacuum loose mold with...
Take the clothes outside and brush off any loose mold
Wear gloves and a mask while handling moldy clothes
Check the care label before washing
Pre-soak the...
Remove the mold source and fix any water leak or moisture problem
Keep indoor humidity below 50%
Improve ventilation in bathrooms, kitchens, and basements
Clean small mold...
Look for visible signs of water damage, staining, bubbling paint, or warped drywall
Check for musty odors near walls, baseboards, or outlets
Use a moisture meter...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Ventilate the area
Mix equal parts white vinegar and water, or use a mold remover labeled safe for grout
Spray...
Run the bathroom fan during showers and for 20–30 minutes after
Open a window or door to improve airflow
Wipe down shower walls, doors, and fixtures...
Run the exhaust fan during showers and for 20–30 minutes afterward
Open a window when possible to improve ventilation
Keep bathroom humidity low with a dehumidifier...
Run the bathroom exhaust fan during showers and for 20–30 minutes after
Open a window after bathing if possible
Keep humidity low with a dehumidifier if...
Wear gloves, goggles, and an N95 mask
Open windows and improve ventilation
Fix the moisture source first
Cover nearby furniture and floors
Mix a cleaning solution of water...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Remove the source of moisture
Vacuum the area with a HEPA vacuum
Sprinkle baking soda on...
Ventilate the bathroom and wear gloves and a mask
Scrub the caulk with a mixture of white vinegar and water
Apply hydrogen peroxide to stubborn mold...
Look for visible discoloration, dark spots, or fuzzy growth on walls
Check for water stains, bubbling paint, or peeling wallpaper
Smell for a musty or damp...
Wear gloves, an N95 or P100 mask, and eye protection
Ventilate the area well
Isolate the affected wood from other items
Dry the wood completely before cleaning
Vacuum...
Identify and stop the moisture source
Fix leaks, drainage issues, and humidity problems
Wear protective gear
Isolate the affected area
Remove and discard porous materials with mold growth
Clean...
Identify and remove the affected material if it is porous and heavily contaminated
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection before cleaning
Improve ventilation and reduce...
Wear gloves, an N95 mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Fix the source of moisture or leaks
Remove and discard porous items with mold...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows and run the bathroom fan
Remove wet rugs, towels, and shower curtains
Scrub moldy surfaces with soap and...
Wear gloves, an N95 or P100 mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Remove and discard heavily mold-damaged porous materials
Mix detergent with warm water
Scrub...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Remove nearby furniture and cover floors if needed
Mix warm water with a small amount...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Isolate the affected area
Remove and discard porous items with heavy mould growth
Scrub hard surfaces...
Wear gloves, an N95 or P100 mask, and eye protection
Open windows and doors for ventilation
Turn off HVAC systems in the affected area
Remove and discard...
Wear gloves, an N95 mask, and eye protection
Fix the moisture source first
Ventilate the area
Remove and discard porous, heavily mold-damaged Sheetrock
Lightly mist the area with...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Move furniture and cover nearby items
Mix warm water with mild dish soap
Test the cleaning...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Fix the source of moisture or leak first
Cover nearby furniture and floors with plastic...
Wear gloves, an N95 mask, and eye protection
Open windows and use fans for ventilation
Fix the moisture source first
Remove wet items and standing water
Scrub hard...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows or improve ventilation
Mix equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray bottle
Spray the moldy area...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Keep children and pets away from the area
Fix the moisture source first
Remove and discard...
Wear gloves, goggles, and an N95 or better respirator
Ventilate the area by opening windows and using fans
Fix the moisture source first
Remove and discard porous...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Remove nearby furniture and cover floors
Mix warm water with dish soap
Wipe the moldy area...
Wear gloves and a mask
Open windows or improve ventilation
Mix warm water with dish soap
Scrub the mildew with a sponge or brush
For hard surfaces, use...
Wear gloves, an N95 mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Fix the moisture source first
Remove and discard any wet or damaged materials that...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows and run the bathroom fan
Spray the moldy area with white vinegar or a bathroom mold remover
Let...
Wear gloves, an N95 mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Stop the moisture source immediately
Fix leaks in roofs, pipes, walls, or windows
Dry wet...
Wear gloves, goggles, and an N95 mask
Ventilate the bathroom by opening windows and running the exhaust fan
Turn off power to any nearby light fixtures...
Wear gloves, goggles, and an N95 or respirator mask
Open windows and improve ventilation
Seal off the area to prevent spreading spores
Fix the moisture source before...
Wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection
Open windows and improve ventilation
Fix the moisture source first
Mix warm water with mild detergent
Wipe the moldy area with...
