How to manage mold in the kitchen?

6/3/2021 (Permalink)

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Mold can create many health effects for everyone living in the home. It can be a threat to people with respiratory problems or allergies. 

Kitchen items and utensils should be clean as they store food. However, it is quite common for mold to be formed in kitchen cabinets.

What causes mold in kitchen cabinets?

Mold in kitchen cabinets is very common because it gets favorable breeding conditions. There is often a humid atmosphere in the kitchen due to cooking, washing, and electronics. Moreover, food or pieces of food can also grow mold.

Mold needs moisture, humidity, and some ventilation to grow. The inside of kitchen cabinets supports all three requirements of mold growth. The cabinets that are near the sink or under the sink are more prone to mold growth.

How to clean mold from kitchen cabinets?

• Hire professionals: Mold can cause health effects to a person. You should prefer hiring a professional to clean your kitchen cabinets. SERVPRO of North Arlington can help you clean kitchen mold.

• Selective Products: If you want to clean it yourself, you should use products that are specially designed to remove mold. Items present at homes like bleach or distilled white vinegar may also work.

• Scrub it off: Once you spray the mold removal solution, you can take a dry cloth and scrub the mold away. You may even use a brush, but be sure you do not scratch your cabinets.

• Dry the cabinet: Do not stuff the cabinet immediately. You should let it dry properly for a day or two to prevent further mold growth.