Mold on ceiling

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I have mold growing on my wood ceiling on my screened-in porch. It is 10' high and I am 5'3' and can't get on a ladder. What can I put on it to get rid of it? Maybe with a mop or a paint stick?

Janet chambers · Answer

No, no attic and the roof isn't leaking. I think it is just from the dampness and humidity. Probably not a good place to put wood but green board and paint would just keep chipping off.

Beth H. Makemeprettyagain.blogspot · Answer

They have mold remover sprayer stuff at the Home Improvement stores. I think you may be able to hook it up to your hose and just spray it on.

Beth H. Makemeprettyagain.blogspot · Answer

After it dries, consider having someone either paint it or coating it with a good outdoor spar varnish. Otherwise, it will keep happening. They have special paint that inhibits mold growth.

Janet chambers · Answer

Do you have to mix it with water? I don't want to get the wood any wetter because I'm afraid it would warp.

Pam Walker · Answer

http://homeguides.sfgate.com/black-mold-out-wood-ceiling-97823.html

Ruth · Answer

Product called Moldcontrol by Microbium - I got it at Homedepot.  Follow directions - really does work.

Janet chambers · Answer

There is no attic above the porch. I will try the microbium. Thanks for all of your help!

Debra Grieve · Answer

I agree with Beth H., if you seal it or paint after the mold is gone, you shouldn't have a mold problem anymore.

Carol D · Answer

Homemade from Jillee's website:
12 cups water
1 cup hydrogen peroxide
1/4 cup lemon juice

Have used it for 2 yrs, excellent on mold.  You can mop it on. or spray.
Best, Carol

Maggie Misenar · Answer

We had an environmental specialist do a mold check in our home. He said distilled vinegar is the only thing that we could purchase over-the-counter to kill mold.

Lee · Answer

Check out the product 'Wet and Forget' (big box stoes and Cosco)if it would be appropriate. good luck

Judy Feenstra · Answer

I have the same problem with my patio room ... to remove the mold, I used Murphy Oil Soap and applied it with a sponge mop... you may have to look for a long handle or an extendable handle you can screw into the head of the sponge squeeze mop.

Lisa Hawks · Answer

'Wet & Forget' google it! It really works!

Capernius · Answer

I agree with Ms.Williams.
Even if there is no Attic per se, there is a dead air space above the ceiling of your screened in porch, & the sooner you get it ventilated & spray that mold with vinegar or some other mold killer, the better. the way it is right now, it is like a ticking time bomb...one day it will all cave in if something is not done to fix it.

Janet chambers · Answer

Actually, we are getting our house ready to sell and don't want to do anything major to it. I liked the vinegar idea but am afraid it may make the wood lighter. I have some Murphy's Oil Soap and I think I will at least give that a try first. I've had the ceiling up for three years and this is the first time I've seen any mold, so hopefully this will work since it's not that bad. If not, I will try one of your other suggestions. Thanks for all of your help!

Janet chambers · Answer

Thanks so much!

Brenda LeCloux · Answer

I use hydrogen peroxide on most things like mold or mildew. Way cheap, nothing bad chemical wise. Peroxide works on most things 'organic'

Marion Nesbitt · Answer

Don't know about down there, but if you sell without disclosing some issues, the new owners can sue you for repairs, etc. Something is causing the mold. Maybe ventilation issue? I would use a small drill bit and make a lot of small holes in the ceiling - they won't be visible. Then I'd clean up the mold.

Kelly nettke · Answer

I used a swifter with wit floor pads to clean mildew off my bathroom ceiling. Maybe you could use it wrapped with heavier cloth dipped in ?

Duane Fauntleroy · Answer

you can spray with bleach: wear protection

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