How Do You Remove Mold & Mildew From Drywall?
Mold and mildew resulting from warm temperatures and high humidity can be effectively cleaned and removed using common household cleaners and equipment. This cleaning procedure is effective in removing even heavy concentrations of mildew, and once applied will significantly delay any recurrence of the problem. Spread the plastic drop cloth to cover the floor or carpet adjoining the wall to be washed. Use masking tape to secure the drop cloth to the baseboard. Fill the 2-gallon bucket with 1 1/2 gallons of warm water. Add one cup of liquid bleach and 1/8 cup of liquid dish washing detergent. Stir. Wear rubber gloves and immerse the cleaning sponge into the bleach-detergent solution until saturated. Squeeze the liquid from the sponge until it is wet but does not drip liquid when held above the bucket. Using the three-step ladder, begin washing the wall where the right side corner meets the ceiling. Make 4 foot-long passes the width of the sponge, horizontal to the ceiling. After making t