Remove Mildew From Popcorn Ceiling

Suck up surface dust and cobwebs using your vacuum s attachments.

Remove mildew from popcorn ceiling. Work in small sections from the edges of the. Spray the cleaner onto the ceiling and wipe the mold away with a thick sponge. Make a mold removal solution by combining 2 tablespoons of borax cup of vinegar and 2 cups of hot water and spray the solution onto the affected area. Let pre washed surfaces dry.

This will remove dirt and cobwebs. Attach duct tape to a paint roller or use. Ideally a oil based primer is best for mold sealing and prevention. Position a steady ladder under the mold affected area.

Cooking grease and cigarette smoke can stain popcorn ceilings. If its just a darkening of the ceiling and its really only a sand texture you can clean the surface using a bleach and water solution to remove any loose mold growth let dry then paint using a good quality mold resistant primer. This loosens mold from the popcorn texture and makes it easier to remove the growth. For easier scraping and practically no dust during popcorn ceiling removal use a garden pump sprayer to mist the ceiling and let it soak in for about 15 minutes before scraping.

Then use a paint scraper to remove the paint in the affected area. Let the mixture sit on the popcorn ceiling for 10 to 15 minutes. Only give it a light misting too much water could damage the drywall or loosen the joint tape. Zinzer makes several types.

Once dry then paint. Saturate a lint free cloth in the mixture. Apply it directly to the moldy surface and let the wood soak up the solution. Scrub the cleaner into the ceiling with the rough side of a sponge and let it dry.

Spray bathroom ceiling mold with an anti fungal solution. Pre wash the ceiling with mild detergent and warm water. Choose the widest brush attachment one. You can also use a feather duster to clean the ceiling but it your ceiling is very dirty the vacuum is the better choice.

Hydrogen peroxide 3 wear your protective gear respirator and gloves and soak an old sponge in your cleanser. Go over the space two or three times to ensure you get all of the mold. Turn a long handled broom around so that its wide soft bristled brush faces the ceiling.