DIY Anti-Mold Spray

This DIY anti-mold spray is a must-have for the bathroom and kitchen. With all-natural ingredients, you can keep mold and mildew at bay. Made with vinegar and essential oils to kill mold, this spray will leave any space smelling fresh and clean.

Everyone needs a bottle of homemade mold and mildew spray in their house. 

Mold and mildew will inevitably creep into the corners of the kitchen, bathroom, or other damp, humid, or wet rooms and even grow on our clothing, which is why I have an entire article dedicated to how to get mold out of clothing. 

I love using essential oils for cleaning and find that making my own natural cleaners, such as my homemade window cleaner, are just as effective as conventional ones.

Citrus essential oils are some of my favorites for cleaning. I also like using clove, cinnamon, lavender, and tea tree oil in my homemade cleaners. 

I keep this mold and mildew spray in my bathroom for quick, easy access, along with DIY all-purpose cleaner and my homemade toilet bombs.

With those all-natural cleaners, I can keep my bathroom clean, smelling fresh, and mold-free. 

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INGREDIENTS FOR MOLD AND MILDEW SPRAY 

For the spray, I am using essential oils, water, and vinegar. Baking soda is also very effective at removing mold naturally.

Now, this is a two-step process. I use a baking soda and water mixture before applying the spray. Baking soda will help to absorb any mildew odors as well as aid in preventing mold. 

Several essential oils can be used to help remove mold, freshen, purify, and clean. Tea tree essential oil and lemon essential oil are the two most commonly used. 

Getting rid of mold can be difficult and dangerous if not done properly. White vinegar can kill 82% of mold species.

Vinegar can even eliminate black mold. Studies show that vinegar can be better at killing mold than bleach can, plus it is much safer. 

HOW TO MAKE ANTI-MOLD SPRAY 

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INGREDIENTS 

• Baking Soda 
• 1 cup of vinegar 
• 1 cup of water 
• 20 drops lemon essential oil
• 20 drops tea tree essential oil
• Glass spray bottle 

INSTRUCTIONS 

PART 1  (optional)

1. Make a mixture of baking soda and water. Start off by adding a little baking soda to a bowl, add water slowly while stirring until it makes a thin paste. 
2. Pour the baking soda and water mixture onto the mold spot and allow it to sit for 20 minutes. 

PART 2

1. Add vinegar, water, and essential oils to a glass spray bottle. Secure the lid and shake well. 
2. Spray on the mold over the baking soda mixture and sit for an additional 20 minutes. 
3. Wearing gloves, scrub the area with a cleaning brush. 
4. Respray the area with the vinegar, essential oil, and water mixture. 
5. Wipe clean with a cloth. 

ESSENTIAL OILS THAT KILL MOLD 

Essential oils alone can’t kill mold. However, when the essential oils are added to the vinegar spray, it makes it much more powerful for treating mold and mildew.

Essential oils can also help to prevent mold from coming back. Below are the top oils for preventing mold. Tea tree and lemon are my favorites.

• Tea tree
• Lemon
• Clove
• Cinnamon 
• Rosemary 
• Peppermint 

HOW TO USE NATURAL MOLD AND MILDEW SPRAY 

It is important to take precautions before cleaning the mold. Mold exposure can lead to several health conditions, especially if exposed for a long period of time.

Black mold can cause respiratory issues, skin irritations, and red itchy eyes.

Be sure to wear gloves and a mask when cleaning mold, so you don’t breathe in any of the fumes. 

If possible, leave the door open in the room you are working in to create airflow. Wash your hands well when done and wash any clothes or brushes used. 

HOW TO GET RID OF MOLD IN THE HOUSE NATURALLY 

If you have mold that spread onto grout, just use the mildew spray. Note: never use straight vinegar on tile grout, as it is too acidic and can cause damage. Instead, use a homemade grout cleaner.

Soak a sponge in a mixture of water and vinegar and scrub onto the area of concern. This works well when the mold is just starting.

Grapefruit seed extract can be used to kill mold. Mix 10-15 drops per one cup of water and spray directly onto the area of concern. 

As mentioned above, baking soda and water mixture can be used to remove mold. Wipe the paste on the area of concern and scrub with a toothbrush or scrub brush.

Lemon juice can be used to clean an area with mold. It is best to use fresh lemon juice from lemons. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice onto the area of concern.

Allow the lemon to sit and wipe clean with a cloth. Very simple, yet works surprisingly well.

Make a spray of 1 part hydrogen peroxide and 2 parts water to spray on the mold. Allow it to sit for 30 minutes and then wipe away with a cloth. 

HOW TO PREVENT MOLD 

• First and foremost, fix any leaks that may be causing the mold.
• Reduce humidity by using a dehumidifier. 
• Keep the floor by the shower, toilet, and sink dry. 
• Use fans or open windows to keep air flowing freely inside the home.
• Replace carpet, upholstery, and curtains that have water damage. 
• Use anti-mildew and mold cleaners in the bathroom and kitchen. 

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