It is very useful in absorbing moisture. Pour two tablespoons of baking soda into a bottle filled with hot water and spray directly onto the mold spots. Use a toothbrush to scrub the stains then rinse.
Vinegar .
Unlike baking soda, it is better to apply it directly to the mold and without diluting it, so that it does not lose its acid concentration. Let the vinegar sit for a few minutes, then use a toothbrush to scrub vigorously until all mold is removed.
Boric acid .
Also called borax, it is a powder capable of eliminating bad odors and which has a powerful antifungal action. The proper proportion to kill mold is one glass of borax for every liter of water. Apply directly to the mold and leave to act for a few minutes. Remember to wear gloves and a face mask and keep windows open when using borax.
Tea tree oil .
It has very powerful antifungal and antibacterial properties. Pour a tablespoon of this oil into a large glass of water and apply it directly to the surfaces using a cloth or sponge. This method is particularly effective against mold that accumulates between bathroom tiles. It is not necessary to rinse.
Hydrogen peroxide .
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