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Of course, if you ever have an allergic reaction to household mold, your best method of treatment may be to take an anti-histamine and see your local doctor.

So, when it comes to treating mold exposure on certain materials, and getting rid of it, there are several things you can do yourself. However, if the problem is severe, then it’s always best to get professional Manhattan mold remediation.

Here are some tips …

• On Wood — Generally, unless it has spread everywhere, wood can be cleaned with bleach or a mold removal solution and then allowed to thoroughly dry.

• On Drywall — Unless the drywall has been painted and the mold is topical, the entire piece or area must be cut out and removed, and a new piece of drywall put in its place. There is no other option because the mold will have tunneled into the porous drywall structure, and it cannot be cleaned or wiped away.

• On Tile Grout — Bleach or a mold removal solution can be used to clean tile grout and remove the mold, and then ideally, a grout sealer should be applied to seal the pores on the grout to keep mold from coming back.

• On Carpeting — If the mold is topical on the carpeting, it can be carpet cleaned away. Unfortunately, most mold on carpeting lies deeper within the matting, and when that occurs, the entire area where the mold is present, must be cut out and replaced.

If you have any questions about mold infestation and removal, please call the professionals at Stern Mold. We offer a free mold inspection and are the experts for Manhattan mold remediation.