What do you feel when you see mould on your Regina windows? Definitely, you feel bad, and so do every homeowner. The sight of mould can be upsetting and cause discomfort in your home. Not only doesn’t it appear nasty, but can be a serious threat to the health of you and your family.
This article takes you through the process of removing mould from your Regina windows and the necessary prevention measures to take. But before that, let’s see what it is and how it comes to be. See the weblink for more information.
- What Is Mould?
This is a living organism which grows in damp and dark surfaces. They are resistant to high pressure and temperatures. There are over one hundred thousand known species of mould.
- How to Remove Mould.
Regina windows are meant to blocks moisture from penetrating your home. Unfortunately, moisture can enter through the window casing and provide a good condition for mould growth. To remove mould, you should wear protective gear to avoid pores coming into contact with your skin.
- Open the window-this offers fresh air and effortless access to every part of the window.
- Spray the mouldy window parts- this makes sure the mould doesn’t spread to the other parts as you work.
- Mix warm water with dish detergent- this mixture is the one you should use to clean the mouldy areas. Use a paper towel with the solution to wipe all the affected parts. After wiping the areas, put the papers towels in a plastic bag and discard it safely. If some spots are tightly stacked on the window, use plastic scraper.
- Prepare another solution of half glass of bleach and mix with one litre of water- use this solution to disinfect the affected parts to eliminate any remaining mould spores. Scrap the part and apply the bleach and let it stay there for twenty minutes.
- Rinse the parts using clean water then let them dry completely- you can utilise a hair dryer or fan to accelerate the rate of drying.
- Preventing Recurrence.
The above steps are necessary during the winter. When there are high-indoor temperatures, the mould is not common.
If you clean all windows sills in your house at the early spring, mould will not come back until winter starts. So, to keep mould at bay during the winter, do the following:
- Ventilate your home-make sure the Regina windows especially in kitchen and bathrooms are opened most of the time.
- Get rid of moisture- always maintain window sills dry. Ensure the gutters don’t drip water on the windows. Seal any gaps in or around the windows to prevent water seepage.
- Maintain the area tidy- always keep your room clean to get rid of any lingering spores. Ensure your Regina windows and doors are sealed properly and remain clean always.