How To Remove Drywall Mold

Mold can grow in our household, and usually come from roof leaks and floods in basements or from overly humid conditions. While we can do a number of things to stop mold from growing, what if the mold has already accumulated on your walls and has developed that foul, mildew smell? Here are a few tips to remove drywall mold:

Get the materials ready. To do it like a pro, make sure to drop by the hardware store to get a hold of the necessary materials - a pair of gloves, respirator masks, heap vacuum (which include hoses as attachments for hard to clean areas), air scrubber, drywall knife, goggles, plastic sheets and adhesives are all needed to get rid of mold from drywall.

If the situation can be taken control of, then you may proceed. Assessing the situation may also be helpful, because this will also determine the amount of damage that has been done, and the use of materials appropriate for the situation. For example, you might need to do different things to get rid of the mold depending on if it is on the surface of the drywall or has penetrated through.

Once you have all your gear and are ready to remove drywall mold, seal off the area with plastic to avoid the spreading of mold spores. Use tape and other adhesives to hold the plastic up. Then use the air scrubber inside the plastic to prevent broad contamination. The vacuum will be helpful for the next step. Use it to remove the mold spores from the drywall and to also prevent large molds from being released.

Next is the “glove box” method which requires cutting the plastic that should have the size of 6mm and should be 4 inches wider and longer than the moldy area. Spray adhesive to the moldy area and wait about half a minute for it to become sticky. Stick a box over the area covered in mold to prevent it from dispersing into the air once the drywall is removed. Use a drywall knife to cut out the sealed moldy area and place it inside a garbage bag, airtight. It is very important to keep the garbage bag sealed so the mold won’t “get out”.

Use alcohol to wipe the infected area to remove the unwanted spores. Hepa vacuums, should then be used for the containment. The last step is to clean and dry out the moldy area as thoroughly as possible.

Moldy walls shouldn’t just be cleaned, but also removed and disposed of right away. To fully clean the area, use water and bleach, and let the bleach stay in the area for about 15 minutes. Allow the drywall to dry off by using fans before installing the new drywall.

Trying to remove drywall mold on your own is a fine idea for small areas, but for moldy areas bigger than 10 square feet, it is best to consult experts in order to avoid health risks. Before removing the mold yourself, make sure to read safety guides and follow tips on the right way of doing it. While not all molds are toxic, it is better to be safe than sorry when dealing with mold.