Basements & Crawlspaces

Basement flooding, leaks and humidity make this area particularly vulnerable to mould growth.

A musty smelling basement, cellar or crawlspace often means mould and mildew, which can result from water leaks, flooding and/or basement humidity. In other cases, those same musty, mouldy odors can signal foundation issues.  Learn how to remove mould in the basement using Concrobium on walls, flooring, carpets, furniture and behind walls. Once your mould has been defeated, keep these areas dry by using Concrobium Moisture Grabbers or Concrobium Moisture Grabbers XL.

  •   Flooring & Carpets

    Concrobium Mould Control is great for eliminating odors and odor causing particles in carpets. If you suspect mould in your carpet, you should pull it back to see if mould is growing on the subfloor and underpadding as well.

    1. Once you have access to the mould, apply Concrobium Mould Control as a thin, even layer over the affected surface and allow to dry.
    2. Concrobium does not have any bleach or whitening agents so you may have to take additional steps to improve the look of surface being treated.
    3. In any case, as a final step, ensure that Concrobium is the last product applied to the surface to ensure the mouldy barrier remains intact to prevent from future mould.NOTE
      Using a HEPA vacuum after successful treatment and complete drying of your carpeted area is a great way to clean up and remove dead mould spores that may be deeply embedded within the fabric.

    Tip
    Concrobium Mould Control will not discolor flooring, drywall or upholstery when applied. If you are worried about your possessions, test the product on an inconspicuous section first just to be sure.

  •   Behind Walls

    If you suspect mould is growing behind the walls, you must expose the mouldy surface before treatment as the solution will not penetrate a solid barrier. Concrobium must make direct contact with mould to be effective.

    1. Remove the drywall or create/find an opening into which Concrobium Mould Control can be sprayed or fogged.
    2. Once you have access to the affected mouldy area, spray Concrobium Mould Control in a thin, even layer over the surface.
    3. Allow to dry completely. As the solution dries it eliminates any existing mould and fungus and leaves behind a protective barrier.
    4. Once the mould has been eliminated, replace the affected drywall with new materials. Be sure to address any sources of moisture that caused the mould problem initially.

     

    Tip
    Concrobium Mould Control will not discolor flooring, drywall or upholstery when applied. If you are worried about your possessions, test the product on an inconspicuous section first just to be sure.

  •   Damp, Earthy Smell

    Fogging Concrobium Mould Control is a great option for those damp, earthy-smelling basements. A cold-fogger, available for rent at select Home Depot Tool Rental Centre locations. The fogging machine mists the solution and coats all basement surfaces to eliminate mould and musty odors.

    Tip
    Concrobium Mould Control will not discolor flooring, drywall or upholstery when applied. If you are worried about your possessions, test the product on an inconspicuous section first just to be sure.

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