Mold in trailer

So my last trip to the track it rained a little so bikes gear etc. got put away a little wet. Never had any signs of mold until now, so how do I get rid of the mold inside the trailer? thanks

 

bleach

 

Is it mold or mildew? Spraying mold with vinegar will kill it. Wear a mask.

 

Idk really? I thought bleach too, but was told it didnt really kill the mold safely?

 

Does Bleach Kill Mold?

Although the active ingredient in bleach, sodium hypochlorite, is the main ingredient in many mold removal products, there are many reasons to use alternatives to chlorine bleach when killing mold.

One reason is that bleach cannot completely kill mold growing in porous materials. The chlorine in bleach cannot penetrate into porous surfaces such as drywall or wood. The chlorine is left on the surface of porous materials and only the water component of the bleach is absorbed into the material, providing more moisture for the mold to feed on.

Some of the mold on the surface might be killed but the roots of the mold are left intact meaning the mold soon returns, leaving you in a cycle of repeated bleaching. Perhaps this is why some people believe that spraying bleach on mold doesn't affect it but instead just bleaches its color so you can no longer see it.

Another disadvantage of bleach is that it can damage the materials it's used on as it is a harsh, corrosive chemical. Chlorine bleach also gives off harsh fumes and it even produces toxic gas when mixed with ammonia. There are safer alternatives such as borax or vinegar which don't produce dangerous fumes or leave behind toxic residue. For these reasons try to avoid using bleach and if you must use it, only use it on non-porous surface

 

Wouldn't a dehumidifier work try dry it out?

 

ok cool thanks for the info bro!!! I'll try the vinegar then I guess i need to figure out how to prevent it in the future, i was thinking battery powered fans maybe??? or dehumidifier maybe

 

Yep, that is what these guys say as well
http://www.normi.org/articles/bleach-mold.php

 

I think air movement is the best treatment to keep it from coming back. Even just a standard fan to move air if it gets wet again. Does your trailer have a leak?

 

ok thanks guys!!! No leaks, i think it was putting everthing in wet :down:

 

but its been raining all nite and still is so I think I'll be able to check real good for leaks

 

does your trailer have a roof vent? What about a side vent?
I keep the roof vent open under one of those $35 RV plastic vent covers. Mine also has a side vent so as you're traveling vapors get vented and you get some air exchanges.

Only other thing I do is remove any all all damp gear when I get home.

 

Use this stuff. I've used on fences and basement walls. No real odor and gets rid of mold.
http://wetandforget.com/product_wet_and_forget_indoor.html

 

This ^^^ I leave a couple vents cracked all the time.

 

You have to burn it. Then move from your house, get sick and come on here to tell everyone how sick you are.

 

Bleach hides it, vinegar kills it.
I live on a boat. My shit always gets put away wet...