Mold-fighting tips for you

Commercial mold killers usually include Sodium Hypochlorite
(bleach) and Sodium Hydroxide. They are highly corrosive.
Sodium hypochlorite is very toxic to fish. So before you go
soaking your bathroom with these poisons and rinsing them
down the drain, consider some more environmentally friendly
options below.


A teaspoon of environmentally gentle dishwashing liquid
and a teaspoon of borax mixed with one quart warm water;
pour into a spray bottle, soak the affected area for as
long as possible; rinse and air dry.


One tablespoon of eucalyptus oil, one tablespoon of
methylated spirits and two cups of water mixed together
and placed in a spray bottle; apply and leave to dry.


This works great if you have tough spots that
won't come clean with a spray bottle and need scouring,
like maybe grout or tile.


It's the dynamic duo of vinegar and baking soda to the
rescue again. Pour 1 part vinegar and 1 part warm water
into a bowl, then add 2 parts baking soda to make a thick
paste. Apply and leave to dry, then scrub off. Repeat if
the mold is particularly stubborn.