How to Remove Mold From Curtains

How to Remove Mold From Curtains
Written By
Lisa Wampler
Lisa Wampler
Published: May 13, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Removing Mold

  1. Use a coarse bristled brush and brush the mold off the curtains. It is best to do this outside to avoid contaminating an area of your house with airborne mold spores.

  2. Create a mixture of equal parts water and non-chlorine bleach in an empty, clean spray bottle. If the curtains' care instructions specifically instruct not to use any form of bleach, you can substitute white vinegar instead. Spray the mixture directly on the mold-affected areas, saturating the material. Allow the mixture to set for 30 minutes.

  3. Rinse the curtains thoroughly, and launder as normal. Once the curtains are clean, allow them to air dry. If you notice a mold stain remains, repeat steps 1 and 2.

Tips

If the mold has been on the curtains long enough to cause a permanent stain, dye the curtains a darker color after cleaning to hide the stain.

Warnings

Mold can cause health problems, especially if inhaled. Always wear a protective mask and gloves when dealing with mold.

Photo Credits

window curtains image by Aaron Kohr from Fotolia.com

Lisa Wampler

Lisa Wampler began writing professionally in 2005 and has published on various websites. She specializes in content writing and search engine optimization, drawing from previous positions as an account manager and a social media manager…

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