Basements are untapped resources in many homes. You can finish a basement, transforming it into a living room, home office, teen's bedroom, or a dream entertainment room or home gym. You can even turn ...

Aim to keep basement humidity between 40% and 50% in summer to prevent mold, musty smells, and allergens. Use a hygrometer to monitor humidity, fix drainage or flooding issues, and consider a vapor ...

Unless you’re making cheese or growing mushrooms, keeping all fungus out of your home should be a top priority. But sometimes how to get rid of mold—likely the most feared fungus for the hygienic ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – All of this rain lately has become a nuisance for homeowners, in more ways than one. A big concern right now, basement flooding which could lead to mold. Whenever there’s ...

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Mold and mildew are both fungi that grow in moist environments. Vinegar, bleach, and antimicrobial cleaners can remove mildew and some level of mold. Mold may require professional remediation if the ...

Mold and mildew: Every homeowner dreads the sight of these two banes of a clean bathroom. Along with forcing you to spend your valuable time scrubbing away every last speck while choking on bleach ...

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Add white vinegar to a spray bottle and spray the shower and tub area liberally, focusing on grout lines, shower curtain liners, and any other areas commonly affected by mold and mildew. Spray the ...