How do I get rid of black mold on sheetrock?
InspectionInspect the area of black mold on the drywall and nearby surfaces carefully. Notice if the wall is bulging, saturated or shows extensive black mold; remove surface mold with simpler methods, but extensive damage requires removal of the drywall. Black mold eats paper, wood and organic materials, so heavily damaged walls likely have mold growing under the drywall, and nearby areas may need cleaning/removal as well. Decide which case applies, and take appropriate action.Simple CleaningWear a respirator and gloves, and avoid disturbing mold spores with wind or movement. Lay plastic to cover uncontaminated areas. Spray moldy areas of the wall down lightly with a mixture of bleach water (about 1/2 cup per gallon of water). Let the solution sit for a bit, leaving the contaminated area while it soaks in. Return and wash with soapy hot water. Rinse and dry well. Paint over the area for best results. Find the source of the water leak to take preventative measures.Replacing DrywallTake
