Ways to get rid of mold in your basement

Years of evolution on the planet have not been in vain, man has learned to fight many bacteria that cause him inconvenience. However, one species remained to our times, and it is not so easy to overcome it. It's mold.

What is mold: danger to humans and where and how it can appear

Mold is a fungus with a microscopic structure, as biologists define its value. This microorganism lives with us everywhere, it can be seen with the naked eye. Often on spoiled food. If we consider these fungi on the walls, then they can appear as a yellow-black-green spot on the walls, on the floor.

The main function of this fungus is to colonize as large an area as possible. But being so microscopic, it poses a great threat to humans.

If mold is detected, it is necessary to start getting rid of it as soon as possible. This fungus can be dangerous to humans if it enters the body. We throw away rotten products, and we fight mold on the walls and in the underground by all possible methods. Because if this microorganism enters the human body through its respiratory tract, it can have a depressing effect on the immune system and even become a provocateur of respiratory diseases, including asthma.

Mold that has arisen in the premises exposes the materials to decay processes. In non-residential buildings, the process can affect the entire area. Not only wood is susceptible to fungus, but also concrete and metal.

The fungus can form on different surfaces:

• On a wooden floor, the color of the fungus will be brown or white. This species is called rotting fungus.
• On concrete or stone walls, the color of the fungal colony will be either brown, green, or black. This is a mold.
• Blue. Country houses or cottages are susceptible to this type.

The best way to prevent mold and possible disease is to do prevention.

Finding mold

If you have stains on the floor, walls, you should pay attention to the condition of the sewage system. Eliminate the cause, if any, in order to prevent moisture build-up and create favorable conditions for the development of the fungus.

If the sewer pipes and the entire drainage system are in good working order, pay attention to the condition of the floor boards. Pay attention to the quality of the waterproofing, whether it is broken. There is poor ventilation under the floor and when moisture gets there, a beneficial environment for the formation and spread of mold over the floor area is created.

Where to spot mold:

• In the basement;
• In the subfield;
• In the cellar.

It is these places that are more susceptible to a beneficial climate for this type of fungus. In addition, it has a specific aroma.

Prophylaxis

In order not to waste energy and money on getting rid of an unwanted "guest", it is better to follow the rules of prevention and prevent its appearance.

Methods to protect yourself and your property:

1. The simplest, safest and cheapest is airing. If this is a cellar or basement, leave the doors open for several hours during the day.
2. Slaked lime does a good job of controlling humidity in basements. It can be poured onto the floor or placed in containers around the perimeter of the floor.
3. Place white moss in jars or on shelves in your cellar. Remember to change it periodically.
4. An excellent tool in the prevention of mold, especially in the cold season, is sulfur burning. Vapors prevent the growth of fungal spores.

It is most convenient to deal with the prevention or disposal of mold in a private house. If a similar situation arises in a multi-storey building, it will be more difficult to solve the problem due to the larger area of ​​the basement.

Prevention is recommended to be carried out over the entire area of ​​the basement, and not locally at the place of appearance. It is impossible to notice with the naked eye where the appearance of a fungus is possible or where it has already begun to emerge.

Ways to get rid of mold in your basement

In order for the fight against the problem to be justified and not to be repeated every time, it is worth eliminating the cause of the appearance of mold.

Once you've determined that the mold has developed in the subfloor of your home, take some steps to get rid of it.

1. Disinfection of the mill will not be effective if the spores of the fungus remain in the ground. Therefore, start the fight against the pest by removing the top layer of soil.
2. After completing the first step, fill the floor. To do this, use clay, lime or gravel.
3. We put the lags on top.
4. We lay a wooden floor.

All the steps taken will provide high-quality ventilation, which helps to get rid of the pest.

In addition, the fight can be carried out by chemical or folk remedies. The fight against colonies of the fungus with folk remedies is effective, but at the initial stages and a small area.
Main remedies for mold control:

• Sulfur checker
• Chlorine preparations
• Vitriol: copper or iron
• Wood treatment solution
• Burner.

Advice. It is important to follow safety precautions when using each of the fungal control methods.

If you choose a sulfur checker, make sure that the room is airtight. Close all the cracks. Please note that sulfur is hazardous to humans and animals. The process of working with a checker takes place in the following sequence: we prepare an iron basin, place a checker in it, set fire to the wick and immediately leave the room. It is important to tightly close the door behind you.
The most famous and accessible substance is "Whiteness".

To get started, prepare a concentrated solution and treat the entire surface with it. The effectiveness of the method is equal to the effectiveness with the use of a sulfur checker. It is important to start the preparation stage of the solution with your safety: stock up on a respirator, protective clothing and thick rubber gloves.

The vitriol method requires vitriol, clay, hot water. In one liter of hot water we dilute all the ingredients and process the area. It is important to repeat the processing process after a month.

Before processing the tree, you can use a special solution. The solution should contain: zinc chloride, sodium fluoride, silicon and sodium silicofluoride.The cooking process is simple: dissolve all chemicals in hot water and spray on wooden surfaces. From these chemicals, you can make a paste yourself, which can be used to treat already affected areas on a wooden floor.

The already affected areas are treated with a burner. The method is effective, but its effectiveness is reduced if the source of the mold is not destroyed.

Please note that each activity is effective. Do not forget to be careful when working with folk or chemical products. You should not let the process of fungal infection take its course, it does not go away by itself.

If one method does not effectively kill the fungus, try another. If nothing is done, the damage to the premises and health can be significant.

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