Keeping your home free from mould and dampness is beneficial to your health, and it’s tenants’ responsibility to keep the rental property well-aired and remove any mould straight away during a tenancy.
How to prevent mould?
- Open windows and doors whenever you can and open the curtains during the day
- Open windows and use extractor fans during cooking, bathing or drying clothes
- Keep lids on when cooking
- Wipe condensation off walls and windows
- Hang washing outside and keep only a few plants inside
- Gas heaters release water as the gas burns, use an electric heater instead
How to remove mould?
- White vinegar is a cheap and effective way to clean mould. Mix vinegar with water (half and half) to make dilution on painted surfaces. Leave it for a few days then wipe off the dead mould with soap and water using a clean cloth.
- You can also use diluted household bleach. Mix one part bleach with three parts water in a bucket of water.
- sponge or cloth should be clean to reduce the risk of the mould spreading.
Wear gloves, eye protection and a safety mask when dealing with cleaning products and mould.
Finally, if you’re doing all the right things, and the house is still damp and mouldy, talk to your landlord to check for the hidden sources of dampness.
Source: Tenancy Services
