Natural Mould Remover - it really works!

Okay so this one is for all my friends in the NT (and probably QLD) that constantly have to deal with mould (it is also relevant to anyone else that has to deal with mould). During the wet season it is that unwelcome visitor! It takes over the place and moves in overnight! You can now say goodbye to all those harsh mould remover chemicals and check out this natural alternative that works!

So I was listening to ABC radio (105.7 Darwin, 106.1 Katherine) and happened to be tuned in while they were talking about cleaning. They were interviewing Shannon Lush also known as the Queen of Clean, she recommended some natural cleaning options to removes mould and keep it gone. So I thought I would give it a try and "Eureka!" it works! Not only does it get rid of the mould but it helps stop it from returning! So for those of you that might not have listened to the radio I thought I would share the advice with you here!

The natural secret ingredient: Oil of Cloves

This wonderful little oil has some awesome cleaning power - I have also found out it is good for toothaches! You can pick up a bottle in the pharmacy and some supermarkets and it shouldn't be too expensive these two bottles cost me $12.50 and they will go a long way!

So how do we use it for cleaning mould on hard surfaces i.e. walls and doors?

Mix 1/4 of a teaspoon into one litre of water.
We don't need anymore than this, that small amount is all that is needed to do the job!
Put it into a spray bottle and spray onto the mould and leave it for 20 minutes.
Come back and wipe down the area with a damp cloth (it really just wipes away!)
Then spray a fine layer over the surface and leave it (this helps stop the mould from returning)

Words of advice the oil does have a strong smell so really only use the small amount stated - but in saying that the smell of the oil is much better than the smell of the harsh chemical cleaners you find in the supermarket!

For more tips for cleaning mould and other household cleaning advice check out these interviews Shannon Lush has done.

With the ABC there is also advice for cleaning mould out of clothes, carpets, and furnishings!

ABC Tropical North
ABC Brisbane

Or check out the segment from A Current Affair

ACA

And other cleaning tips on the Today Show

Today

Shannon is certainly a busy lady but she knows her stuff when it comes to cleaning!

Hopefully you find her advice as useful as I have!