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How to get rid of black mould. 6 tips on how to remove black mould in the house

To effectively remove black mould in your home, begin by understanding its causes; it thrives in damp areas like bathrooms and kitchens due to factors such as poor ventilation, rising damp, and condensation.

Non-toxic DIY methods include using soda, bleach, detergent, ammonia, and cleaning vinegar, though these approaches do not guarantee success. For a more effective solution, HG mould remover foam spray is recommended, as its unique formula prolongs contact with the mould, ensuring better results. To prevent mould growth, ensure regular ventilation and maintain dryness in wet rooms by opening windows or using ventilation grills. With these strategies, you can maintain a healthier home environment. What other surprising factors can influence mould growth and prevention?

HG mould remover foam spray: the effective black mould treatment

black mould removalHG mould remover foam spray has a unique foam formula, which means the foam stays longer and it produces a better and longer effect. This product has a less penetrating odour, it can be trained even more precisely on the mould and splashes less too of course. 

This is how you use HG mould remover foam spray:

Spray the surface from a distance of 3 to 5 cm.

Leave the product to work for 30 minutes.

The cause of black mould in a house

Unfortunately, just like other mould types, black mould flourishes in damp conditions. It often occurs in bathrooms, kitchens and even in bedrooms. This may have various causes, including rising damp, penetrating damp, condensation, or a leak. Black mould also ends up on walls due to poor ventilation or a lack of sunlight. When mould has nutrients together with one or more of the above causes, it will spread quickly.

Cleaning black mould: 5 DIY products

Various DIY products do the round on the internet as ways of getting rid of black mould in a house. HG selected a number of tips. These tips are no guarantee for success. If you want an effective mould cleaner? Use HG mould remover foam spray

how to get rid of black mould1. Soda

You can scrub away the black stains with a mixture of soda and water. Prepare a solution of 1 litre of water and a spoonful of soda. You can use this to remove the black mould on the wall.

2. Bleach

Dissolve 250 ml of bleach in a bucket of water. Apply the solution to the black stains and leave it to absorb properly. Then you can scrub it away carefully. 

3. Detergent

This method is particularly suitable for glass, tiled and other non-porous surfaces. It does not kill the black mould, but washing the mould away is just as effective. You can remove it from the bathroom in this way.

4. Ammonia

You can also use ammonia to try and remove the mould. However, this product can only be used on glass or tiled surfaces, because it is an aggressive product. Porous surfaces, such as wood, are less suitable for treatment with ammonia because it affects the surface.

5. Cleaning vinegar

Prepare a solution of water and vinegar and apply it to the black patches. Are the patches badly covered with black mould? You can use the vinegar neat. 

There are quicker and more effective methods! With HG mould remover foam spray you destroy mould in damp places, indoors, or outdoors, within 30 minutes.

2 tips for preventing black mould in the house

Prevention is often better than the cure. That is certainly true for mould. There are various precautions you can take to prevent mould in the house. 

1. Ventilate regularly

Ventilation is important in a damp environment. Open a door or a window and air the room properly. It is also good to leave ventilation grills in the room open. 

2. Pay extra attention to wet rooms

For wet rooms, such as a bathroom, ventilation is particularly important. Mould grows faster in wet rooms, increasing the chance of nuisance. To prevent black patches, open the windows after showering so the damp can escape from the room. It can also help to dry the room by drying the walls for example. If you don’t have a window in this room? Then it's best to leave the door of the bathroom open after showering.

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Frequently Asked Questions about mould removal

Black mould is caused by damp conditions. This may have various causes, including rising damp, penetrating damp, condensation or a leak.

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