

Get Rid of Mildew (excerpt)
Good Housekeeping Reports
The
Sunday June 14, 2009
Mold and mildew thrive in the sticky summer weather. To get the mold and mildew in your home under control, the Good Housekeeping Research Institute developed this speed-cleaning guide. So say goodbye to stains (and smells) with these tips.
Challenge: Spotted towels, clothes and outdoor gear
Fastest fix: Once mold spores land someplace warm, dark and damp, they begin to grow and create those black dots better known as mildew.
To remove the stains from towels and clothes, or outdoor gear like chair cushions or tents, first take the pieces outside.
If they’re wet, leave them in the sunlight, a natural mold inhibitor, until totally dry; then use a stiff brush to whisk away loose spores. Don’t do this indoors, or you’ll have a new infestation…
Make it easier next time: Try Concrobium Mold Control ($10 for 32 ounces, concrobium.com) to zap mold from hard surfaces and fabrics and help keep it away.