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Add ¼ tablespoon of baking soda to a spray bottle filled with water and shake until the solution is smooth. Then spray the solution on the moldy surface, use a brush to remove the mold and rinse the surface with water to remove product residue. Finally, spray the area again and let it dry without scrubbing. This will also prevent mold from returning.
On stubborn black mold, mix two parts baking soda with one part water and one part white vinegar and stir until a thick paste forms. Spread the paste generously on the affected area and let it dry. Then scrub off the mold and stains and rinse with water.
Tea Tree Oil : Natural essential oils can be used in much more than aromatherapy. Tea tree oil, for example, is an antiseptic, deodorant, and insect repellent. This natural fungicide can therefore be used against black mold.
Mix a teaspoon of tea tree oil with a cup of water in a spray bottle and shake vigorously to mix the water with the oil. Then, spray on the moldy surface, let it dry for an hour and finally wipe with a microfiber cloth or dry towel. Don’t forget to wear protective gloves as some people may have sensitive skin when in contact with essential oils.
Lemon: This antiseptic, which also acts as a natural deodorant, bleach, stain remover, and cleaner, is an effective way to fight black mold. Its high acid concentration decomposes mold and therefore facilitates its elimination by disinfecting the surface and leaving a pleasant lemon aroma.
Squeeze three to five lemons into a cup, pour the juice over the moldy surface and let it rest for five minutes. Then, clean it with a damp cloth. If the mold stains are stubborn, rub the surface with lemons to remove them.
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