Get Rid Of Smell

Also mildew is often found in basements, it can be found in – cabinets, air ducts, clothing, carpets and many other people. Mildew not only produces a bad odor, but can also aggravate one’s allergy symptoms. Because of this you definitely want to get rid of mildew smell, and to do that you need to get rid of the source of that smell – mildew itself.

Mildew likes to grow in dark, moist places with little air circulation, which is why it can be found in all the above mentioned places. On a positive side mildew is fairly easy to eliminate, depending of course on where it is found. For example if you have a strong mildew smell in your home but can’t seem to find where it is coming from, there is a high probability that there is mildew in the air ducts. In this case contacting a professional company to eliminate it would be highly recommended.

On the other hand if you find mildew in an easily accessible place – such as a basement or in a kitchen cabinet, you can use a mix of 1/4 bleach, 3/4 water with a bit of detergent. Pour this mix on the mildew, scrub if needed, let it sit there for a few minutes then wash it off with water. Dry the spot with paper towels, then let it completely dry, keep the doors or windows open to allow for air circulation. You can also use a fan to dry it up. If there is any smell left after the clean up, you can also use baking soda or white vinegar to get rid of smell.

If you find mildew odor coming from cloth, as can some times be the case with wet cloth that was left for a some time. Try hanging them outside and letting them dry, then wash them like you’d normally wash cloth. You can repeat this a few times and if that doesn’t work then getting rid of that clothes is probably your only bet. Also, if the clothes in question are delicate you should have them professionally cleaned.

Getting rid of mildew and mildew smell is very important. Not only will it make your home smell better but it will also eliminate potential allergy triggers and other health risks. The recommendations above should help, but if not, there are many commercial products that can help get rid of mildew smell and mildew itself.