By Any process, be it simple or not, needs tools to be properly implemented. How effective it can be is sometimes dependent to how efficient the tools are. That is why, a set of properly functioning mold cleaning equipment and materials are needed to make mold removal effectively work.
Mold infestation can vary in extremity and location. As a result, the level of mold removal that is to be applied also differ in many aspects. It can either be in the complexity of the steps or on the tools and materials that are needed.
Nevertheless, no matter how different the mold cleaning processes are, all needs basic equipment. That speaks not just about those that will be used in the actual mold removal itself but also those that will be needed on the detection and prevention phase. And also, that includes the things that you will have to wear for a safe mold removal process.
Take note though that the tools that will be enumerated here are only those applicable to do-it-yourself cleaning mold techniques. Professional mold removal services are using varying tools and machines that sometimes are used only in the most extreme cases of mold infestation. For sure however, some, if not all of them that will be listed here are also used by professional mold specialists. Here are the basic tools and materials needed to make your do-it-yourself mold removal effective;
Gloves
In preventing and cleaning molds, gloves are generally needed. It keeps your hands safe from any harsh or simply disgusting things while doing the necessary steps. Such things include chemicals on your mold removal product, sharp and rough items and molds themselves. Disposable gloves are better choices as mold spores can easily and unknowingly stick into them.
Goggles
It is possible that mold spores can get in your eyes too. Same is true with mold removal products especially if they are of chemical ingredients. Goggles simply prevent your eyes from getting irritated by any of those two.
Mask
Your face also needs protection from mold spores and chemicals. A disposable mask can provide that protection.
Coverall
Skin contact to mold spores can lead to mold allergies and other possible negative effects. Using disposable coverall can help minimize the possibility of mold spores getting in contact with your skin.
Mold Removal Product
All products used in mold cleaning can vary in forms. There are those that can be used as sprays while others are just in the usual liquid form. There are also some that can be mixed with paint for molds on the wall. On the other hand, for molds on clothes, there are now laundry detergents that are specifically for mold infested or stained fabrics.
Brush
This is often used in cleaning mold stains on tiles, tile grout and concrete surfaces. It can either be steel or not, depending on the severity of the stain.
Fan
This is used to dry rooms after the mold removal process. It can also be installed in various house parts for ventilation and to help regulate indoor humidity.
Tools and materials are essential in making mold removal effective. Without them, mold cleaning cannot be properly implemented. With what they contribute to the success of the process, they can be considered as ultimate weapons of effective mod cleaning.
Based on the amenities and tools a service has, it makes the mold removal cost estimate for its clients.
Everything always has more than one side; be it a process, a state, a situation, a decision or simply an opinion. And as something within those everything, mold removal also has more than one side. Specifically, it has two sides which can be labeled as conventional and natural.
Even in the roles molds play, they can be viewed in two ways. Outdoors, molds are decomposing factors. They are a major player in the decomposition process which initiates a continuous flow in the ecosystem. Indoors mold is viewed as hazardous elements. It can cause health problems ranging from mild to serious cases.
Back to the approaches that can be used in a mold inspection and removal process, the two vary in many aspects. The most prominent can be seen on the products that each are using. Another thing that indicates their differences is on the steps of executing their processes.
Basically, the conventional method of mold removal is using conventional products. These products are usually chemical based. They can be mostly found on home improvement stores and are often easy to obtain. The chemical ingredients used on them however, are adding up to the health risks that molds are already presenting. In a sense, using conventional products in a mold removal process is just like getting rid of molds and then have it replaced with an equally hazardous element.
On the other hand, with natural mold removal, a softer yet effective approach is being offered. With it, not only you and the structure or item are being benefited but also the environment. The lack of chemical elements simply initiates a safer mold removal process.
In a natural mold removal, the product used can either be naturally enhanced or purely organic. By naturally enhanced, it means that they are commercial products made out of natural ingredients with no chemical elements. Whereas, purely organic means that they have not been altered in any way but can be mixed to produce effective mold removal concoctions.
Examples of organic mold removal product that you can use are the following;
Tea Tree Oil
This natural mold removal product can be used on walls, ceiling and even on musty items. Two teaspoon of it combined with two cups of water is enough to get rid of molds. Simply mix the two in a spray bottle for easier application.
Citrus Extract
This is a cheaper alternative to tea tree oil. It is also an effective natural mold removal product only that it is odorless. 20 drops of citrus to a 2 cups of water are what you will need to make the solution.
Both conventional and natural mold removal have the same good intention of making your home a safe place from mold infestation. However, between the two, the latter approach is the much better choice. With it, the environment is also being considered and cared.
