Sustainable Solutions for Conquering Mold!
Rain, rain, go away. Come again some other day… Mold, mold, meet your end. Never, ever come again! ... bleach. Surely, bleach works well on mold and has many other functions in the home. On the other ... tent) due to a blight of mold. The old children’s song of the first lyric is what Pittsburgh’ [more...]
Date: 2008-07-17 13:50:35
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Don't use chlorine bleach to clean flood-damaged surfaces
This fabulous tip was in the latest e-mail update from the Center on Sustainable Communities (a great non-profit organization, by the way) ... inspection company confirms that "Chlorine Bleach is NOT Recommended for Mold Remediation." Here's another document explaining "Why Chlorine Bleach is Not Effective in Killing Mold." The Green Guide briefly [more...]
Date: 2008-06-25 03:16:42
Deck Staining
Featured Listing: Click here to activate Highlighter: automatically Clips, Bookmarks, and Collects in one central location all the ads ... if you have one. Got mold use a mold killer. There are other means of cleaning your deck, but if you pressure washed ... not I repeat does not kill mold. Bleach only make mold look like it is gone, but it’s not. [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 01:54:44
Mold
Mold starts to grow in the temperatures from 20 - 30 degrees C and humidity around 75% or more ... at once. 3. Remove dirt by regular cleaning. Detergent for removing mold: Commercial chlorine bleach or acid detergent is effective in removing mold. How to remove mold from vinyl wall coverings/tatami [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 02:18:10
Mold Control Part II
Mold after flooding can be a lingering and potentially dangerous problem if not immediately addressed ... . Click here for guidelines on when and how to use bleach to clean mold and where to find contractors ... . If these items are contaminated with mold, a remediation professional should be consulted to determine whether [more...]
Date: 2008-09-04 21:30:19
The new printer's devil
Took my lucky pen to the persuasive writing workshop at the Dallas Morning News today. So many pointers to record! ... . Mold growth can be removed from hard surfaces with commercial products, soap and water, or a bleach solution of no more than 1 cup of bleach in 1 gallon of water. Mold in or under carpets typically [more...]
Date: 2008-10-31 03:07:19
A Home-Brewed Cleaner For Mold Removal At Your Home
The most common place mold is found at your home, is in cracks in between bathroom floor and wall tiles ... . Contrary to popular belief, soap does not kill mold. That’s because like most aquatic life forms, mold will actually grow faster in a soapy environment. On the other hand, bleach will kill mold to a ... [more...]
Date: 2008-11-16 23:04:06
How A Bendy Straw Nearly Made Me Cry
Sometimes in parenting, it's the small victories that mean the most. Today we had one of those moments:That's Cordy, drinking with a straw ... and no amount of bleach would remove the mold that started growing. Which leaves us with only 5 sippy ... , but it doesn't last forever. Eventually it becomes worn and small bits of black mold try to form in the [more...]
Date: 2008-12-09 03:45:00
I Snaked This from Rachel Andrews' Nonpareil Sephyrus
Gnat and SpiderSeaweed soap with 43 trace minerals and it's dark brown. Moldy ceiling, dotted. Pine sol isn't going to kill the mold. You have to use bleach for that. I'm not a gnat anymore and I never will be again. I always look up to make sure that daddy long legs isn't above me or in the corner of the shower. When it gets [more...]
Date: 2008-11-11 05:18:00
Moldy Mel has been missing You!
Hi All You Fantabulous People You!Sorry, it's been a lifetime hasn't it? How are you? I hope you are having a fantastic new year so far ... myself off the computer while I slowly work on getting our new home livable, since I've been feeling ... --you should never use bleach, I discovered from our mold remediation company, since it off-gases [more...]
Date: 2009-01-21 08:58:00
Improve Your Smile With Cosmetic Dental Surgery
There’s nothing attractive about a mouthful of crooked, yellow teeth ... of your teeth. In order to achieve that, you need to use a home bleaching kit. This type of product includes a mold or tray that fits over your teeth, and holds bleaching gel containing hydrogen [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 22:58:26
Mold Cleaning Precautions
Mold Cleaning Precautions Posted in November 28th, 2008 by admin in Uncategorized Markus Skupeika Mold cleaning process is health hazardous ... poisoning too. Safe mold removal is what you need to follow. Here I would tell you how to do that. First of all, refrain bleach, pesticides, insecticides or sanitizers. Mold is a fungus [more...]
Date: 2008-11-29 04:49:45
Organic Environmental Technology Inc. Introduces Certified Organic Toxic Mold Remedy
"Lake View Terrace, CA (PRWEB) October 24, 2008 -- Organic Environmental Technology (http://www.organicet.com) ... and mold abatement exploiting the same technology that was used effectively on the toxic mold that spread ... can have a safe all natural alternative to chemical biocides or bleach for mold abatement."Certainly disasters [more...]
Date: 2008-10-24 19:58:00
Fighting Mold My Way
Both Anne and I hate bleach. More than most people, we tear up, get rashes and can’t breathe in the presence of noxious chlorine. There are times though, such as when the shower tiles get moldy, that bleach is needed. Sure, we use environmentally-friendly products as much as possible, but they don’t always work on mold [more...]
Date: 2008-06-04 12:52:35
Green Cleaning
10.09.08 With everyone on the Green Cleaning Bandwagon, I thought I would post some ideas that I’ve found to clean naturally ... borate): A natural mineral that kills mold and bacteria. An alternative to bleach, it deodorizes [more...]
Date: 2008-10-09 18:20:12
LEADING EXPERTS URGE FLOOD-AFFECTED HOMEOWNERS NOT TO USE BLEACH
Proper Steps Include Using EPA-Registered Mold & Mildew Products To Avoid Widespread Post-Katrina-Type Loss Abita Springs, ... cooperative of mold experts and professionals, is urging owners of residential and commercial ... Mississippi River-affected property owners can follow to find local mold remediation resources, and commercial [more...]
Date: 2008-07-11 17:08:04
Frequently Asked Questions about teeth Whitening
by Gregory Chase Afraid to smile? Afraid to show those not-so-white teeth? ... , either way. Over a period of time, the gel bleaches your teeth, getting rid of stains ... , mold to the shape of your teeth. Then you fill the tray with whitening gel, and wear [more...]
Date: 2008-12-11 08:40:11
Natural Cleaning: The Real Dirt on “Natural”
Carole Pagan © 2007 We all know that a clean home is a healthier home ... , just not a very good cleaner - except maybe on windows. Bleach is great for removing stains, mold, and mildew [more...]
Date: 2008-09-13 06:13:15
Blogger's Home Tour: Erin's Elemental Style
Elements of Style's Erin Gates, who is by trade a designer at Element Interiors, would like to note that her home is still a "work in progress" ... these photos of her home and Erin's notes on each room - some of her ideas are killer (like the Jonathan ... is all white objects, including a ceramic glove mold I bought at Brimfield this year and a bleached [more...]
Date: 2008-09-04 00:01:00
Moving right along...
On to the basement!My cousin-in-law, a carpenter, came by this past weekend to talk family room renovation. Our deadline is Feb ... tremendously to make a huge dent in on Sunday), bleach up the walls to clean them (tiny bit of mold ... of the basement is finished, and as such, inaccessible for a drain tile installation...don't [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 02:36:00
Why Your House Could Be Making You Sick
By now almost everyone must have heard of ‘sick building syndrome’ ... be cleaned before each use as they provide an ideal breeding ground for air-borne bacteria and mold ... with a germicide or even a solution of baking soda or bleach will kill any pesky bacteria that may want to linger [more...]
Date: 2008-12-03 10:43:36
How to Paint Plastic or Vinyl Exterior Shutters
How to Paint Plastic or Vinyl Exterior Shutters January 14th, ... to clean them before painting. If mildew or mold is present, kill it using a mixture of one part bleach ... with detergent and water to remove any dirt or chalking. Rinse off the soap with a hose, and allow [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 18:23:57
American Elf: the Sketchbook Diaries of James Kochalka: Oct 18, 2008 - Bleach Inferno
cleaning mold off the basement ceiling. [more...]
Date: 2008-10-19 17:34:48
Hydogen Peroxide instead of chemical cleaners
Monday, January 5, 2009 We know that Hydrogen Peroxide is a good antiseptic on cuts and scrapes, and can be used as mouthwash and to whiten teeth ... the shower to kill viruses, mold and mildew.Kitchen: to disinfect counter tops, cleaning sponges ... , and as an alternative to bleach. Caution: it may lighten a colored fabric.Pet accessories: cleaning litte [more...]
Date: 2009-01-05 13:52:00
Products I Swear By
I came across this product by pure accident. You see I was scrubbing down the sidewalks on the front part of the Ching-Chang-Walla-Walla-Bing-Bang house using outdoor bleach. When I reached almost the end of the walkway, I found this bottle ... . Mold, moss, I dunno what it is. . . was. Here you can see where I applied and didn't apply the stuff [more...]
Date: 2009-01-13 01:55:00
Bleach or No Bleach
Did you know bleach has to sit on a surface for 30 minutes before it works? Did you also know bleach is a pesticide? ... gallon warm water20 drops grapefruit seed extractMix and pour in a spray bottleCleaning Mold:Tea tree oil ... grapefruit seed extract recipe about will kill mold as well. And good old vinegar.So have no fear germ [more...]
Date: 2008-10-07 23:32:00
Janet Napolitano's Police State Going National
One of the downsides of Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano dragging her dumpy little self off to Washington DC, to head Homeland Security, ... old bleach blond babes who can sure bang her bible good---made from that same fine Secretary of State mold as Florida's Katherine Harris. If you care to learn more, Jan has an incredibly inactive [more...]
Date: 2008-11-22 18:14:00
Make your own Christmas Tree preservative
Last year, this information seemed to be helpful to some so here it is again..... ... and food; and something to keep mold and algae from growing in your water.Try this:1 gallon of warm ... create toxic vapors by mixing the bleach and vinegar or lemon juice directly. An alternative to using [more...]
Date: 2008-12-16 20:04:00
House Update: Master Bathroom.
So after talking to some friends this weekend on our trip back to my home town, ... of all of the MOLD and Dirt that was stuck under the track of the shower doors. It took a lot of bleach [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 20:56:00
interview #9
interview with BRIAN CENTRONEhave you ever made up your own board game or anything?Yes. Actually I have ... you cure mold: "Scrape then Paint" But don't forget to disinfect them first with something strong and very pungent such as bleach, white vinegar, or, (a personal favorite amongst the elderly) gin. [more...]
Date: 2008-12-23 14:29:00
bleach wallpaper
“bleach wallpaper” FREE DOWNLOAD AND SETUP GALVESTON — As many island residents return to find dreaded water marks encircling their homes, ... further damage from molds and mildew. Step 1:… Expert gives tips on preventing mold damage - read ... . Can you please help me? It… Last chance stain remover - read more The most practical way to find [more...]
Date: 2008-09-24 08:22:49
Taking the Good with the Bad
I've been pretty stressed for a while now and as you can tell it has been built up. That last post was right after a breakdown I had ( ... on a cleaning supply shopping spree(Well...not really, but bought a few things). I FINALLY found a product ... my bathroom of ALMOST all the mold and yucky stuff while I organized my closet, cleaned the mold off [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 01:52:00
[Bleach Allstars]
TEFR: Well here we go…my second Bleach AMV featuring quite a lot of characters of which I will find out the names later… o_o I tried to focus on ... is for the high quality- Anime: Bleach Artist: Smash Mouth Song: Allstar You can also download ... on get paid And all that glitters is gold Only shooting stars break the mold It’s a cool place [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 19:03:17
Lots to catch up on...
Where to even start?Well, we had a fantastic time visiting friends and family for 3 weeks in Utah. We were spoiled by everyone as usual ... present waiting for us. MOLD! Yes, mold was growing on multiple surfaces in our house. Couch, piano ... in the door and noticed white stuff on the couch. Our neighbor said, "Uh-oh, looks like you have mold [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 09:43:00
More breaking news regarding Non toxic cleaning products
Almost all new home owners have experienced that brand new house fragrance. Starting over in a new living environment is also a great experience ... there are a couple main ingredients that you will need. You should have a set of cleaning products handy ... of the new trend of cleaning products. Does Going Green ring a bell?most people love to use these c [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 19:57:16
Tackle It Tuesday #109
Tackle It Tuesday #109 Written by Carolyn My Tackle this week does not have before and after photos - it is also very emotional for me so ... windows, a rusty hole in my tub, water damage under my bathroom floor, and get this new one… ... broken dry wall, or the carpet, or the spider problems, or the fact that I have no gutters… My roof [more...]
Date: 2008-06-24 06:55:10
Unexpected Fuzziness
Yesterday was Jenna’s birthday. I absolutely canNOT believe that she’s 3 already. Where does time go?? ... of family for her “birthday party.” I have lots of pictures I need to sort and share ... up to discover the unexpected fuzziness of a complete overgrowth of mold. Apparently, the blankets [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 05:27:23
Need...More...Room...In...Head...
Hi. My name is Daphne and I'm losing my mind. Just in case you were wondering, this photo has nothing to do with this post. It's of the quaint old building a block away from our current apartment. The place that is mold ... , we have about 4 kinds of nasty mold. Not benign mold -- no, the nasty mold. Plus, some other kind of bacteria [more...]
Date: 2008-11-11 18:33:00
Frugal house cleaning
This article is part of an ongoing series called Money Saving Monday. Each Monday, I share tips and techniques you can use to start saving money ... for many different homemade cleaning products. Vinegar can be used to remove mold, grease ... house cleaning products, so I thought I would share some collective wisdom I’ve gleaned from them [more...]
Date: 2008-09-06 15:04:04
Washing Dishes – Are Those Sponges and Cloths Harboring Mold?
Are my dish towels dangerous? Have you ever picked up your dish sponge or dish cloth and realized that it had an odd, musty smell to it? ... , it won’t do as good of a job as the microwave or dishwasher when it comes to killing mold ... That’s mold. A lot of people don’t think about it. They just assume it’s a normal part of using [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 00:04:57
Green…Ish…More Chartreuse
It’s easy being green. Companies print T-shirts that say, “There is no planet B” or “SOS” with the O a picture of the globe ... my own mark and have my own style. Cleaning with reusable products as much as possible ... doesn’t respond to the environmentally safe cleaners and the mold growls at me, I arm myself [more...]
Date: 2008-10-08 19:07:23
The positives of using Non toxic cleaning products
Being able to sign the contract on a new home is a wonderful feeling. One of the best reasons to buy a new house is to start new memories ... black mold cleaner. Could you believe that rust removal could remove rust without using any type ... to everyones favorites as well. There are a lot of home owners who now have a mold problem [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 15:26:50
6 ways to destroy a beautiful complexion
Women (and men. too) spend billions of dollars trying to make their complexions look great. Sometimes their efforts are self-defeating ... term exposure to UV rays. This will cause the skin to lose its flexibility and will make a 30 year old ... years of sun exposure develop a condition called, Fungal Solar Keratosis. The sun damage cracks [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 22:59:34
Lemons as a natural household cleaning solution
There’s more to lemons than just lemonade. With their fresh, clean scent, lemons are a natural for natural cleaning ... , our grandmothers used lemons to remove stains from washable fabrics. Mildew, scorch marks, and rust spots ... is an acid that can kill germs, mold, and bacteria, all while leaving a pleasant aroma [more...]
Date: 2008-11-11 14:09:00
Is Your House Clean? Really?
I am a stay at home mom most days with a few subbing jobs thrown in for good measure, as most of you may know ... pleased with my progress on today's to-do list. We had a few minor mold problems in the past, but I've ... problem. I suppose it's more because of the availability of food product for the mold to feast [more...]
Date: 2008-11-14 15:41:00
What are Popular Home Repair Scams?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed The last time I changed our furnace filters, I sliced my finger open. I’m not a handyman by any stretch, but I do attempt to take care of things around my house. There are times, though, when you just have to call in someone else to fix something [more...]
Date: 2008-06-11 06:06:39
Mauritius - 3
I know you are looking forward to hearing from Zac but as the Croaker so eloquently put it - he only has so much time in a day. Recovering from a tough leg, facing a large list of maintenace and repairs, trying to get them done beofre cylcone season starts etc... Work is coming along on Intrepid [more...]
Date: 2008-11-15 20:38:27
Oahu, Hawai'i Part 1, North Shore: Kahuku Shrimp and Shave Ice
I’m back home now from my U.S. trip, which included an unplanned, low-budget yet glorious trip to Hawai’i, Oahu to be exact, as many of you guessed. Here’s the first of my food-centric reports before the memories fade… The shave (no d! ok!) ice in the previous post was in fact from Aoki’s Shave Ice (warning: auto-playing music) [more...]
Date: 2008-11-20 18:38:11
Attack Abby.
The plumber came this morning to fix our big leak.$90 later, and know what it was? ... there. I certainly can't afford to hire those mold removal people for big bucks. I wish I could! I don't think ... . It's black mold. I hope it's not one of those super deadly rabid house molds! Hah.When the plumber [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 17:43:00
McCulloch MC-1275 Heavy Duty Steam Cleaner
About a year ago I moved into an apartment in SF that has some problems ... shoots hot, pressurized steam at things. This jet of vapor disintegrates and sterilizes mold, removes ... of mercury and uranium-238 if it could clean metal surfaces so they look brand new. But that stuff doesn’ [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 16:39:12
