Mould in corner of bedroom wall.
We are in the process of redoing our front bedroom. The windows need replacing as the double glazing has blown in most of the panes.
The wall next to the windows had a fitted wardrobe. We have removed this wardrobe and in the corner there is some black mould.
The guttering and the fascia on the outside is in the process of being repaired so obviously rain water has been running down that wall, on the outside.
My question is, do we need to remove all the plaster or can we remove the mould and apply anti mould paint over it?
And if so which products do you recommend we use.
Thank you ????
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There’s two options you can go with here, you can simply clean down the mould area affected with mould and mildew cleaner and paint over with mould paint. This of course would be the most budget friendly option, but there always runs the risk of the mould returning. Instead we could remove the plasterboard, install storm dry on the block work and replace the plasterboards. This option would mean it’s less likely for the mould to return, but it’s up to the customer. Both jobs would be finished professionally and will remove the mould from the affected area.
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JF Toro Ltd
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Well, it is important to determine whether the mould is only on the surface or if it has spread to deeper layers of the wall. If the latter is the case, as a result of water continuously penetrating the wall due to water damage or a lack of draining, the plaster needs to be removed generously.
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Build Slav and Aggy
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All plaster must be removed, anti-dampness injections must be made. Then apply new plaster. Use paint against moisture. Products: Dryzone Damp Proofing Cream Kit , Ultracure DPC Injection, No More Damp Thermal Dry Anti-Condensation Coating, Dulux
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D&R Landscaping
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using bleach or even a mould wash will only remove the surface mould. The main issue is active mould growing throughout the plasterboard. Unfortunately, the only way to get rid of mould for good is to replace the plasterboard.
25th Apr 2024
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EMPIRE SERVICE LTD
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We would remove the mould first and then apply Anti mould or Damp proof paint over the area where mould persist.
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Paint surgeon
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Hi there .
I have read your question and my advice would be to remove the plaster and start again with fresh plaster .. it would be a bit more expensive to do but as you are already repairing the guttering and the fascia . . The wall itself would be hard to judge at how far the water has penetrated the wall .. you can use anti mould paint ..but! That would only help the top surface not inside the wall ,, that is why re plastering would be the best .
I have read your question and my advice would be to remove the plaster and start again with fresh plaster .. it would be a bit more expensive to do but as you are already repairing the guttering and the fascia . . The wall itself would be hard to judge at how far the water has penetrated the wall .. you can use anti mould paint ..but! That would only help the top surface not inside the wall ,, that is why re plastering would be the best .
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watkins painting and decorating
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remove the mould and add an anti mould paint i’d recommend using zinsser perma white mould resistant paint
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Certainly, if the mould growth is limited to a small area, you can remove it and apply anti-mould paint over it. Make sure to address the underlying cause of moisture to prevent future mould growth. Look for anti-mould paint products at your local hardware store.
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