This year’s monsoon is expected to be normal, according to the weather service. While there is cause for celebration, there is also cause for concern. The monsoon season brings with it a slew of issues, one of which is mildew on clothing and leather goods. How do you keep fungus, mildew, and mold from destroying your clothes and leather goods? Take a look at the best mildew, fungus, and mold solutions.
My soul is nourished by the smell of the first few raindrops hitting the parched dry earth. I enjoy the sudden drop in temperature and the cool breeze that comes with rain clouds closing in. The rumbling thunder and the dark grey clouds that hang threateningly above me always captivate me.
One of them is Mildew. Mildew, molds, and fungi have a nasty habit of ruining an otherwise lovely season. They are a major annoyance that takes my attention away from some of life’s small pleasures that each shower brings.
Make use of silica gel
Aromatic and unscented silica gel sachets are available at home improvement stores. They can also be purchased from well-known online retailers. Most electronic goods also include silica gel sachets in their packaging. They can also be found inside chewing gum containers. Collect and store these sachets in your cupboards or wherever you keep your clothes and shoes.
Silica gel granules absorb moisture and keep the surrounding area dry. Use the sachets liberally, storing them between clothes and on all of your cupboard shelves for mildew-free monsoons.
Wear sunscreen frequently
Count your blessings if the sun shines through the clouds during the rainy season. It is time to open all of your doors and windows and let the sunlight in. While you’re at it, open all the drawers and cupboards that contain your clothing and footwear. Run the fan to improve air circulation. This causes the air inside your home to warm up and lose moisture.
If you have the time and patience, you can sun your clothes and shoes outside – on the balcony, on the terrace, or simply hang them on the window grill. The heat from the sun will absorb moisture from your belongings, leaving them dry and fresh. Remember, to make the best of sunny days. If you are unable to sun your clothes for any reason, air them as frequently as possible. This will prevent mildew from growing on your clothes.
Use vinegar to rinse your clothes
Mildew on clothes can be removed by soaking them in vinegar. Vinegar is a highly effective antifungal agent. Soak mildew-soiled clothes in a bucket of water with 34 cups of white synthetic vinegar. The vinegar will remove the stains as well as the musty odor caused by mildew.
The clothes can then be rinsed and dried in regular water.
Clean mildew from leather
Using two parts water and one part vinegar, swab all leather goods with a cloth soaked in diluted white vinegar. To begin, remove all traces of the fungus from the leather goods. Keep the goods out of the sun and in a dry place.
Leather goods from Poland
Polishing leather with wax polish forms a protective sheath over it, keeping moisture at bay. To prevent fungal attacks, use neutral leather polish on handbags, boots, belts, wallets, jackets, and so on.
Cleaning mildew stains from clothing
Directly apply a mixture of fresh lemon juice and salt to visible mildew stains. Allow sitting for five minutes before rinsing and washing as usual. Lemon is naturally acidic and will lighten the color of the fabric. As a result, do not leave it on for more than five minutes.