How to Remove Mildew from Sheetrock

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Mildew is unsightly and potentially harmful, but also relatively easy to get rid of.

Warning
Prolonged exposure to mildew is harmful to your respiratory health. Always work in a well-ventilated area.

Step 1: Remove moisture
Remove the source of moisture that is feeding the mildew. Mildew can't survive in a completely arid environment.

Step 2: Mix solution
Mix the bleach and laundry detergent with the warm water in the bucket.

Step 3: Suit up
Put on the gloves, your eye protection, and your face mask.

Tip
Wear a long-sleeved shirt to protect your arms.

Step 4: Commence scrubbing
Dip your brush in the cleaning solution, and scrub the wall.

Tip
Scrub gently, in long strokes, so as not to damage the paint.

Step 5: Clean
Use the rag with a bucket of clean water to rinse off the cleaning solution.

Step 6: Let dry
Allow the wall to dry, either by wiping it with a dry rag or letting it air dry.

Did You Know?
Sheetrock was introduced in 1916 by the United States Gypsum Company.