Remove Mold From Laminate Flooring

After you get rid of the mold ensure the problem causing the flooding is fixed.

Remove mold from laminate flooring.

Attach new subflooring cut to fit with screws. If you don t trust your skill the mold keeps returning or the mold is under the floor contact a water damage restoration service. Laminated wood floors give you the look of real wood at a lower price because each of the tiles is made from several types of materials bonded together and. Dangerous mold can and will cause sicknesses including vomiting nausea and breathing related problems.

For laminate floors it will need to be cared for with minimal chemical use. Dont take any chances on your health. Linoleum can be removed in sections using a razor blade and can be easily replaced if cut in sections of 1 square foot. Bag and remove the affected flooring.

If the laminate floor is the glue less type that clicks together you should be able to easily remove enough of it to determine how much if any mold exists and to clean it up. You should then rent an air scrubber for the room to remove any mold spores. Mix equal parts of vinegar rubbing alcohol and water into a bucket. Pull up all flooring with mold underneath.

Saturate the material to weigh down the mold spores then cut through the flooring with a reciprocating saw. Chemicals can damage the laminate. Spray onto the laminate surface where it is showing. Hardwood floors are a bit more difficult but you should be able to pull up the hardwood in sections to clean.

First sweep away any dirt or debris with a broom or vacuum cleaner on the laminate. Mold from water damaged laminate floors should be cleaned immediately to avoid health issues. Remove from laminate flooring.