help....mould - Wharram Builders and Friends2024-03-28T16:42:05Zhttp://wharrambuilders.ning.com/forum/topics/helpmould-1?commentId=2195841%3AComment%3A26399&feed=yes&xn_auth=noNot really, bleach or vinegar…tag:wharrambuilders.ning.com,2011-03-03:2195841:Comment:266972011-03-03T20:22:11.097ZGeminidawnhttp://wharrambuilders.ning.com/profile/Geminidawn
Not really, bleach or vinegar kills the mould. But it also helps to break down the oils in the natural wood and create a better bond. Acetone is a natural given and all surfaces to be glued should be washed with it anyway mould or not, to help break down any residual oils or dirt. Regarding the moisture Acetone is naturually hydroscopic, like ethanol, it draws the moisture out of the wood and evaporates easily. But banking on Acetone alone, those spores will come back to haunt you.
Not really, bleach or vinegar kills the mould. But it also helps to break down the oils in the natural wood and create a better bond. Acetone is a natural given and all surfaces to be glued should be washed with it anyway mould or not, to help break down any residual oils or dirt. Regarding the moisture Acetone is naturually hydroscopic, like ethanol, it draws the moisture out of the wood and evaporates easily. But banking on Acetone alone, those spores will come back to haunt you. Hiya Paul,
Good to see your p…tag:wharrambuilders.ning.com,2011-03-03:2195841:Comment:263992011-03-03T19:39:21.440ZLee Dilkeshttp://wharrambuilders.ning.com/profile/LeeDilkes
<p>Hiya Paul,</p>
<p>Good to see your progress, I'm holding off any further work until after the wet....</p>
<p>I wouldnt use bleach or vinegar on a surface that your going to apply epoxy to you may get an adverse reaction from any residue left on the surface. Try acetone instead it will certainly kill the mould.</p>
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<p>Enjoy</p>
<p>Lee</p>
<p>Hiya Paul,</p>
<p>Good to see your progress, I'm holding off any further work until after the wet....</p>
<p>I wouldnt use bleach or vinegar on a surface that your going to apply epoxy to you may get an adverse reaction from any residue left on the surface. Try acetone instead it will certainly kill the mould.</p>
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<p>Enjoy</p>
<p>Lee</p> thanks mate,it sure would hav…tag:wharrambuilders.ning.com,2011-01-10:2195841:Comment:216202011-01-10T19:51:13.000Zpaul andersonhttp://wharrambuilders.ning.com/profile/paulanderson
thanks mate,it sure would have to be the mother of all dehumidifiers though,its so humid the floor tiles get a slick of water on them without you having to walk it in.
thanks mate,it sure would have to be the mother of all dehumidifiers though,its so humid the floor tiles get a slick of water on them without you having to walk it in. Mould is an every day plague…tag:wharrambuilders.ning.com,2011-01-09:2195841:Comment:216002011-01-09T23:12:04.000ZGeminidawnhttp://wharrambuilders.ning.com/profile/Geminidawn
<p>Mould is an every day plague for me as it thrives in this pemanently damp environment. First you'll need to wash it usually I just use a mild bleach solution and I mean mild as strong bleach will break down the fibers in the wood. You can also buy a mold and mildew remover but most of these are pretty much a mild form of bleach. The down side is it will lighten the wood so if you're looking for a varnish finish use white vinegar which works about 80% of the time but isn't as…</p>
<p>Mould is an every day plague for me as it thrives in this pemanently damp environment. First you'll need to wash it usually I just use a mild bleach solution and I mean mild as strong bleach will break down the fibers in the wood. You can also buy a mold and mildew remover but most of these are pretty much a mild form of bleach. The down side is it will lighten the wood so if you're looking for a varnish finish use white vinegar which works about 80% of the time but isn't as effective.</p>
<p>Next you'll have to lay the sheets as flat as possible and leave in a room with a dehumidifier make sure you get rid of any residual damp as this can affect the epoxy.</p>