A disgusting black mold with white ends growing from sink?
Shabrina! asked:
There is a mold/fungi growing from my bathroom sink. I poured hydrogen peroxide down it, since a website recommended it. I’m scared this could be harmful to my family and I. What is causing it and what should I do?
Black Mold
There is a mold/fungi growing from my bathroom sink. I poured hydrogen peroxide down it, since a website recommended it. I’m scared this could be harmful to my family and I. What is causing it and what should I do?
Black Mold
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i don’t know what causes it but i am interested to know too! i noticed the same thing the other day!
Black Mold
Use sonrox instead of hydrogen peroxide. But you must work on it before you go to bed at night. Apply the sonrox using a sponge or a small cloth by wiping the mold. Leave it overnight and I am sure, the following morning, everything is gone.
Take care and have a nice day
Black Mold
It sounds like Aspergillus spp. This is a mold that secretes aflatoxin, a carcinogen. It can also cause some respiratory infections and is a somewhat serious concern as far as toxic molds go. Molds grow in moist environment, and need a food source. They can eat pretty much anything, including the surface they grow on. They are ubiquitous, so they live in the environment naturally. You can try a dehumidifier to help alleviate moisture, but the dehumidifier chamber could become a haven for mold!
CDC reccomends the following:
How do you get the molds out of buildings, including homes, schools, and places of employment?
In most cases mold can be removed from hard surfaces by a thorough cleaning with commercial products, soap and water, or a bleach solution of no more than 1 cup of bleach in 1 gallon of water. Absorbent or porous materials like ceiling tiles, drywall, and carpet may have to be thrown away if they become moldy. If you have an extensive amount of mold and you do not think you can manage the cleanup on your own, you may want to contact a professional who has experience in cleaning mold in buildings and homes. It is important to properly clean and dry the area as you can still have an allergic reaction to parts of the dead mold and mold contamination may recur if there is still a source of moisture.
If you choose to use bleach to clean up mold:
* Never mix bleach with ammonia or other household cleaners. Mixing bleach with ammonia or other cleaning products will produce dangerous, toxic fumes.
* Open windows and doors to provide fresh air.
* Wear non-porous gloves and protective eye wear.
* If the area to be cleaned is more than 10 square feet, consult the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guide titled Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings. Although focused on schools and commercial buildings, this document also applies to other building types. You can get it by going to the EPA web site at Web Site Icon.
* Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using bleach or any other cleaning product.