How to Safely Paint a House with Mold Save for later Reblogpost

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Mold can be an unsightly problem in any home. Not only does it look bad, but it can also be dangerous to the health of those living in the house. But how do you safely paint your house when it has mold? It’s not as easy as just slapping on some paint and hoping for the best. Let’s take a look at what you need to do to ensure that you are painting your house safely and effectively when there is mold present.

Step 1: Identify the Source of the Mold
The first step in painting a house with mold is to identify where it is coming from. This may involve removing wall coverings or conducting air quality tests to determine if there are any hidden sources of moisture or water damage that could be causing the mold growth. Once you have identified and fixed the source, you will be able to move forward with painting your walls.

Step 2: Clean and Treat Any Existing Mold
Once you have identified where the mold is coming from, it’s time to clean and treat any existing mold on your walls. This should be done with a commercial-grade cleaning solution specifically designed for killing mold spores. Be sure to wear protective clothing such as gloves, goggles, and a mask while doing this work — even if you don’t see any visible signs of mold, there could still be airborne particles that can cause respiratory issues if inhaled.
Once all surfaces have been treated, allow them time to dry completely before moving on to step 3.

Step 3: Prepare Your Walls for Painting
Now that your surfaces are clean and dry, it’s time to prepare them for painting. Start by using a mildew-resistant primer on all surfaces before applying any top coat of paint. This will help protect against future growth of mold spores and also seal in any existing ones that may still remain after treatment. Allow ample time for both the primer and paint coats to dry completely before moving furniture back into place or adding wall decorations such as artwork or photographs back onto your freshly painted walls!

The most important thing when painting a house with mold is safety — for both yourself and others living in the household. Be sure to identify and fix any sources of moisture so as not to attract more growth, clean existing mold thoroughly before treating with a commercial grade cleaner, use mildew resistant primers before adding top coats of paint; these steps will ensure that no matter how much work needs put into it, you’ll end up with safe walls free from harmful spores! With proper preparation and care, painting over your home’s existing mold should be no problem at all!