Antifungal wall cleaner: a comparative overview of the best options

Rules for chemical processing

When choosing a method of struggle, it is important to remember that any of the listed means in its pure form can damage human health. Therefore, before work, you need to protect yourself: put on gloves, cover your face with a respirator or mask

The rules for using the drug are described in detail by the manufacturer in the instructions. In the application process, it is important to follow them. The technical passport of the composition indicates the dosage that can destroy the fungus. You can't experiment with changing it.

Personal protective equipment for treating walls with antiseptic compounds

Usually, before work, the product is diluted with water, then applied to the affected area. For work, you may need a construction spatula, hard brush, roller or sprayer. Before applying the drug, the place must be cleared: remove the coating. The fungus first affects the upper layers, it spreads especially quickly inside walls covered with plaster. It penetrates through it and forms a branched mycelium. Therefore, first with a spatula, you need to completely remove the coating material, and only then begin to “etch” the fungus. Usually, the mold repellent on the walls is left until it dries itself.

How to remove the finish affected by the fungus from the walls

If the problem is not resolved the first time, you will have to re-process. After the base dries thoroughly, it must be covered with an antiseptic primer and re-plastered with cement mortar, after which the surface should be covered with a waterproofing compound. Then it will be possible to prevent the occurrence of "relapses". Properly selected paint from mold on the walls will look good. Its layer will protect against moisture penetration and will not allow fungal spores to penetrate deep into the finish again.

When wallpaper pasted on a concrete base is affected, you need to completely remove it, carefully clean off the black plaque with a spatula, and only then treat the area with antiseptics. It is best to use deep penetration compounds for this. They soak into the porous structure of concrete, kill the fungus and stop its spread. You can start cosmetic repairs only when the antiseptic is completely dry.

Wallpaper under which mold grows must be removed

Mold-infected plasterboard sheathing will also have to be completely dismantled and thrown out into the street.

It is important to carefully examine the crate after dismantling. The absence of traces of its defeat does not allow to refuse preventive disinfection

This is more relevant when the crate is assembled from wood. If you carefully soak all the planks with wood preservative, you can re-mount the drywall.

Video description

The video talks about how to get rid of the black fungus that hit the threshold in the bathroom:

What happens if the mold is not removed

Black spots on the walls are not only an aesthetic problem. They are a threat to human health. The fungus grows rapidly. It reproduces by means of spores, and during this process they scatter throughout the house. Each of us, inhaling mold spores, runs the risk of experiencing a deterioration in well-being. Such microorganisms can provoke the development of the most complex diseases of the respiratory system, including bronchial asthma.

Mold is dangerous to humans

If you leave the fungus and do nothing with it, over time it will completely destroy the affected surface and damage building structures. There is no point in postponing such an event. As soon as a characteristic musty smell has appeared in the room, you need to start looking for the first traces of the lesion. Now, knowing how to remove mold, it will be much easier to deal with it.

Video description

The video shows one of the options on how to 100% get rid of mold in the house:

Briefly about the main

Any remedy from mold and mildew walls works the same way: one penetrates the structure of the material, kills the pathogenic microorganism and prevents the lesion from spreading further. There are a large number of chemicals and solutions that can be prepared from vinegar, chlorine, hydrogen peroxide. Their use can eliminate the problem of the appearance of unattractive black spots, but without eliminating the causes of their occurrence, the struggle will be meaningless. The fungus will appear again and again, posing a threat to human health.

How to deal with fungus?

To destroy mold, you need to clean the room from moisture and dampness, treat it with special antiseptic agents, which include aggressive chemicals that effectively remove mold. Such funds can be purchased at any store. They are available in the form of liquids, sprays, concentrates. When working with such powerful tools, you must follow safety measures: be in work clothes, rubber gloves, a scarf, goggles. The chemical is applied to the walls, and then removed along with the fungus. The best way to remove mold and prevent it from reappearing is to scrub it down to the base of the wall and apply an antiseptic primer.

Home remedies can be an alternative method of fighting mold. Both those and other substances are desirable to combine with mechanical how to remove fungus. It will also not be superfluous to install a forced exhaust ventilation device, to eliminate voids in the walls.

Manufacturers of wood preservatives

The right choice of any product begins with an acquaintance with manufacturing companies.In this case, the experts also studied the brands presented on the domestic and global markets, analyzed reviews and reputation. The best antiseptics for wood were offered by several companies:

• Neomid is a Russian brand of high-tech professional preparations for the processing and protection of building materials. Belongs to the trade and production company Expertekologiya-Neohim. Its capacities, production bases and warehouses are concentrated in Moscow and St. Petersburg.
• Senezh-preparations is the leading specialized enterprise in Russia that develops, manufactures and sells a full range of protective agents for wood raw materials. The trademark is officially registered, despite the relatively recent foundation, the products are rapidly gaining popularity.
• Osmo is a German manufacturer of environmentally friendly, natural oils, wax-based paints. They are used for wood processing in order to increase the service life, strength, and integrity of the structure. A series of special cleaning and care products is based on the characteristics of different breeds, their scope.
• Tikkurila is a major Finnish paint and varnish brand founded in 1862. Initially, it was an oil mill, but 150 years of painstaking work completely changed the vector of direction. Products today are environmentally friendly, convenient solutions for consumers, professionals, a huge selection of interior materials.
• Biosept (Woodmaster) is a Belarusian manufacturer of paints, stains, fire-retardant impregnations, antiseptic primers for the preventive protection of wood. All of them are distinguished by the difficulty of washing out, a long service life. Goods undergo thorough quality control, compliance with GOSTs.
• Aquatex is the leader in the segment of protective and decorative compositions used to process wood building materials. The company has been holding stable positions in the Russian market for more than 20 years. Acts as an official dealer of treatment facilities, over 4,000 septic tanks have been installed.
• Novocolor is a world famous company from Italy, founded in 1982. High-tech equipment produces plasters and paints, due to which the brand has become a benchmark for well-known architectural coatings, high-quality interior decorative effects.

How to get rid of the effects of the fungus?

There is an opinion, which is probably based on their own bad experience, that the fungus cannot be defeated. For example, some try to get rid of the problem with the help of wall insulation. But this approach not only does not help, but aggravates the situation, since the fungus feels great in the heat-insulating material. Or, spotlights are powerful and bright lamps with which they try to “dry the mold”. Spores of the fungus quickly adapt to new conditions and easily tolerate "drying". Waterproofing laid over the mold, unfortunately, will not help either. Water will find a way around all the tricks and the mold will "bloom" again.

When you have taken all measures to eliminate the cause of the appearance of the fungus, you can proceed to the next step - removing mold and drying the wall, after which it will be possible to start repairing. First, all old coatings are manually removed from the walls, and then the wall is thoroughly dried with spotlights, a building hair dryer, or electric heaters.

The best option for such a procedure would be infrared heaters, the radiation of which penetrates deep into the surface and dries it as efficiently as possible. If the case is “severe”, then it is necessary to remove a layer of plaster, and drill holes in the places of greatest spread of the fungus to see the depth of the lesion. And do not forget that all the described procedures must be carried out in a respirator so that dust and fungal spores do not enter the body.

The main types of antiseptics

Mold remedies are divided into groups:

• Used for processing on concrete during the installation of structures;
• For the treatment of existing lesions with the prevention of recurrence.

You can divide the drugs according to the place of application:

• Means for surface impregnation, including deep penetration;
• Surface fungus and mold repellents are often incorporated into primers for walls, ceilings, and floors;
• Additives-antiseptics introduced into the concrete solution during its mixing.

Antifungal agents have different compositions with different active ingredients and their concentration. The bases of the solutions also differ; they are often guided by when choosing a drug.

Solutions of water-based mineral salts have the highest penetrating power, but they also corrode metal reinforcement most intensively, therefore, steel and iron surfaces are not covered with water-soluble preparations.

The material has one drawback - the substance is washed out as easily as it is applied. For this reason, water-based anti-mold is added to concrete and plaster solutions as an additive - in this form, the product lasts much longer.

Products based on water and minerals are intended for internal use.They are suitable for treating ceilings, partitions and walls from fungus and preventing its occurrence in living rooms, including children's rooms.

Group representatives:

• NORTEX-Doctor for concrete (treatment and prevention, price from 126 rubles / kg),
• Opti-bio 1, 2.3 (prevention, price from 26 rubles / liter).

The advantage of the material is high efficiency - the product is capable of disinfecting even the most neglected form of mold in 1-2 applications. And this advantage covers a number of disadvantages:

• The toxicity of the substance does not allow its use in residential premises;
• Greasy brown stains from the preparation remain on the concrete walls, so further finishing is impossible, only cladding with hinged systems.

Antifungal on organic solvents is suitable for use:

• in garages;
• In rooms for technical purposes;
• In the cellars.

We suggest that you familiarize yourself with How to sheathe a wall near a potbelly stove Effective representatives:

• Fongifluid Alpa (ALPA) about 280-300 rubles/kg;
• Maviks Bio in combination with an organosilicon water repellent (570 rubles/kg);
• Lacra Anti-mold for concrete (about 100 rubles / kg).

Combined solutions are suitable for treating walls from mold inside and outside the premises. In addition, they form a waterproof film and have flame retardant properties.

Advantages of funds:

• Odorless or non-toxic;
• Suitable for wet areas;
• Do not change the color and structure of the surface, you can make further finishing;
• Deep penetration up to 8 centimeters;
• Relatively low consumption - about 0.3 ... 0.5 liters per 1 square meter;
• Retains properties up to 20 years.

With the help of combined fungicidal agents, it is possible to get rid of parasites and prevent their appearance.You should carefully read the prescription of the drug when choosing it.

• "Anti-mold" (a universal remedy for radically getting rid of fungal colonies, price - about 270 rubles / kg.);
• Palette Macrosept (about 87 rubles / kg);
• Dali (universal antiseptic, price from 125 rubles / kg).

Remedies for mold (or how to remove at home)

Just say "go away mold!" - will not work. This is a war to annihilation. Ruthless and consistently organized. First, let's determine the "favorite" places of the enemy's deployment.

Traditionally, these are walls and corners in contact with the street (often the first units of the enemy hide for the time being, under the wallpaper) and especially in the bathroom.

“If mold is found under the wallpaper. Everything. You no longer have these wallpapers. Will have to rip off. It is useless to “smear” even a good antiseptic on them. The focus of defeat, under them.

What to use from drugs

There are various antiseptic impregnations on the market: Capatox, Metas-Bio, DUFA (which is based on chlorine), SCHIMMEL-ENTFERNER, Biotol, ALFA-Fongifluid, OLIMP-Stop, NEOMID-Bio and others. Experts consider the Russian antiseptic Dali to be an effective "weapon of mass destruction". Why such a name? Don't know. However, it is unlikely that the great artist Salvador had a hand in its creation, since the price is quite affordable ...

The summary of this antiseptic is: Water-based. Colorless. Packing (as in l. canister and 0.6 l. sprayer). Single layer consumption from 50 to 250 ml/m².

Suitable for indoor and outdoor work on various types of surfaces (concrete, brick, plaster, wood, various types of slabs, ceramics, etc.).It is possible to process surfaces that are painted with paints of various types. Special purpose:

- removal of biological lesions (fungal mold, moss and other "living creatures");

- preventive treatment of areas of a possible outbreak.

The main properties of Dali antiseptic:

• Effectively destroys all types of fungal mold;
• Seeps and is well absorbed into all types of surfaces;
• Does not change the properties of the coating and does not impair its strength;
• Contains no organic solvents;
• Does not interfere with future protective and decorative finishing;
• Apply on a dry surface (working temperature must be above +5°C). Tool: brush or roller, it is possible to work with a spray gun.

Please do not scold me: this is not advertising, but simply a cool tool ...

A little about folk remedies

Of the most popular is copper sulphate (correctly: copper sulfate).

For what we love - for good efficiency and an honest price. Sold in gardening and building stores. Among the shortcomings can be noted fragility (although, with what to compare) and toxicity. Work indoors in full protection, including a respirator.

About baths

Fungal mold is especially dangerous for wooden structures. And if the room does not have a constantly working heating system, then here is the most favorable environment. First of all, in the "risk group", wooden baths, ours with you - a "weakness". For them, the appearance of mold and fungus is an occupational disease. Therefore, dear owners, take care of regular prevention and good ventilation of the bath in advance. Otherwise, the tree might have something that looks like this:

Mold in the bath

“Wet towels (after wiping) and wet plastic shower curtains are a source of dampness. Always straighten them.This will ensure complete and quick drying.

Premium Mold Remedies

Savo

An effective Czech remedy for preventing the formation of fungus and eliminating mold. The main active ingredient - sodium hypochlorite - is able to successfully cope with any type of mold. The drug can be applied immediately, without prior chemical or mechanical treatment of the infected area. Available in the form of a spray, which allows the solution to penetrate deep into the pits and crevices, thereby providing the best result. "Savo" can be used in areas such as bathrooms, showers, saunas, swimming pools, plinths and attics.

Before starting work, wear protective gloves and a respirator

"Savo" should be sprayed onto the surface from a distance of 10 cm, focusing on bumps and crevices. Then, the applied composition should be left for 20-30 minutes, then rinse with water.

After complete drying, the surface can be re-treated if traces of contamination remain. Two procedures are usually enough to completely get rid of mold. If the area of ​​infection captures large areas, and the treatment is carried out in a closed, residential area, it is recommended to leave it for 1-2 days, since the drug has a pungent chemical odor. With a small infestation and a small treatment area, it is enough to ensure good ventilation of the room, or open windows for ventilation.

The average cost is - 1,020 rubles.

Savo against mold
Advantages:

• convenient release form;
• can be used for preventive work;
• effective and long lasting results.

Flaws:

• strong smell;
• high price.

"Fongifluid Alpa"

Russian antifungal agent for the destruction of all types of mold, moss and lichen from a wooden surface. It is used for the prevention and treatment of rooms with a high level of humidity: bathrooms, steam rooms, saunas, showers, basements, greenhouses, as well as buildings exposed to moisture - fences, fences, street structures made of wood. Suitable for processing various materials: plaster, concrete, brick, drywall, natural stone, ceramics, tiles. The drug penetrates deeply into the treated area, while it does not form a film and does not distort the color of the surface. The composition of the product does not contain harmful chemical components or toxins, it is safe and environmentally friendly.

"Fongifluid Alpa" is completely ready for work and does not need to be diluted. If the infection is old or severe, it is recommended to apply the solution twice. After application, it must be left to dry completely (from 4 to 6 days).

The average cost is - 1,650 rubles.

Fongifluid Alpa
Advantages:

• gently cleans the surface;
• does not leave streaks;
• produced in finished form.

Flaws:

high price.

Terrasterill

Highly effective Russian biocidal agent for external and internal treatment of premises. Successfully copes with various types of mold, fungus, moss, lichen and algae. The composition of the drug includes active fungicides that have a disinfecting effect and prevent the re-formation of fungal plaque. At the same time, "Terrasterill" does not contain harmful chemical compounds, solvents - it is an ecological water-based solution. It has good penetrating ability, and is also able to strengthen and level the surface, increasing moisture-proof properties.The antiseptic not only does not spoil the appearance of the material, but also evens out its color, in addition, the solution can be tinted in a shade similar to that of the coating being processed. Another significant advantage of Terrasterill is its drying time of only 18 hours. The solution is applicable for the disinfection of concrete, plaster, brick, minerals and painted surfaces.

It is better to apply it with a brush or sponge, carefully rubbing the liquid into the infected areas. After the surface is impregnated, it must be cleaned with a brush, then rinsed with water. If the damage is deep, you can apply the solution in two or three layers.

The average cost is - 1,858 rubles.

Terrasterill
Advantages:

• for external and internal processing;
• long-term result;
• environmentally friendly;
• favorably affects the material.

Flaws:

high price.

You should not wait until unsightly mold begins to actively conquer the spaces of the room - the older it is, the more difficult it is to remove it. The use of the home and factory chemicals described above will allow for a long time, and in cases with powerful preparations and forever, to get rid of mold and fungus, these unwanted and unhealthy guests.

The best chemicals for mold

The first nomination included products containing aggressive and effective against mold substances.

Neomid Bio Repair

Rating: 4.9

The first place in the rating belongs to an environmentally friendly means for eliminating mold in the premises. Its formula does not harm a person. The drug is produced in the form of a ready-made solution.

There is a concentrated version on the market for breeding and use on a large affected area.The finished product is usually used in apartments. Both do their job very well. The wall is irrigated from a short distance and after two hours the composition is carefully removed with a scraper. The manufacturer claims the duration of the effect for 20 years ahead. The average price is 289 rubles.

• excellent value for money;
• safe composition;
• does not change the color of the building material;
• long-term result;
• 100% effect.

no.

Abedis 06

Rating: 4.8

Abedis 06 effectively copes with pathogenic microorganisms and removes organic plaque. It is actively used during construction, adding to mortars and paints.

The product is recommended as a prophylaxis against mold. It is diluted with water in a ratio of 1 to 2. After application, it is kept for a day and only then washed off. If necessary, the procedure is repeated after 2 days. Reviews about the drug are mostly positive. It costs about 200 rubles.

• suitable for processing children's rooms;
• does not contain prohibited substances;
• adequate price;
• great effect.

no.

Fongifluid Alpa

Rating: 4.7

The rating is continued by a ready-made fungicide that does not require additional dilution. It is suitable for walls of various textures and materials. However, the manufacturer advises to pre-smooth the bumps to increase the contact area. The pluses of the funds include careful processing, the absence of streaks.

Fongifluid Alpa does not change the shade of the surface, does not leave a shine. For 5 sq. m. you will need about 1 liter of solution. In case of severe damage, the substance is applied twice. It is also suitable for the prevention of mold.The average cost is 500 rubles.

• do not need to breed;
• for any walls;
• without divorce;
• gentle impact.

there are no major downsides.

Dali

Rating: 4.6

The best universal anti-mold remedy is Dali, which performs well on concrete, wood and brick surfaces. Moreover, the formula is able to penetrate under the plaster, so it does not need to be removed before processing. Contains no chlorine compounds. Thus, Dali is safe for allergy sufferers.

Judging by the reviews, the product is quickly absorbed and penetrates deeply. It does not change the appearance of the material. For processing you will need a brush, roller or sprayer. It will take 24 hours for the mixture to dry completely. You need to work in a respirator. The drug has a pungent odor. Price - 580 rubles.

• high penetrating power;
• fast absorption;
• does not change the characteristics of materials.

Strong smell.

Savo

Rating: 4.5

The main advantages of the next rating participant include an effective result and convenient packaging. Savo is used to eliminate and prevent the formation of mold. The main component of the composition is sodium hypochlorite. It copes with the fungus on the surface of various origins. Before applying the composition, no auxiliary work is required. The tool does its job perfectly after 1-2 doses. For the 1st quarter. m. enough 50 mg of the drug.

The composition is left on the wall for half an hour, and then washed off with water. Buyers warn that they will have to move out of the room for a couple of days due to the pungent smell. If there is little mold, then you can get by with a window open for several hours. Price - 528 rubles.

Emulsions for mold control

#1: Ceresit CT 99 - long acting

Antifungal solution Ceresit CT 99 is one of the most popular preparations for combating mold, fungi, lichens and the destruction of microorganisms. The tool is environmentally friendly, can be used for indoor work and for processing structures on the street.

Ceresit CT 99 is a deep penetration emulsion. The concentrate is suitable for mineral surfaces: brick, concrete and plaster. Cannot be used on metal bases

Technical characteristics of Ceresit CT 99:

• active antiseptics - organic biocides;
• the composition does not include heavy metals;
• after processing, no traces remain on the surface;
• the drug is vapor permeable;
• application temperature - up to +40°С, but not lower than +5°С;
• complete drying time - 4-5 hours.

Before use, the drug must be diluted with water, adhering to the proportion from 1:2 to 1:5 - the ratio depends on the degree of damage to the wall. The solution is applied only with a brush, spraying is unacceptable.

#2: ABEDIS 06 – organic plaque removal

Antifungal Abedis 06 copes with organic plaque on the walls, fights fungal mold in the bathroom, kitchen and adjacent rooms

An important advantage of the drug is its versatility. Abedis 06 is effective on brick walls, glazed and ceramic tiles, stone cladding, plaster, terraces and concrete paths.

An antifungal agent can also be used as a prevention of mold - the emulsion is applied not only to the damaged area, but to the entire wall

Features of the action and use of the drug:

• after use, the risk of mold recurrence is reduced;
• before application, the concentrate is diluted with water in a ratio of 1:2;
• after a day, the treated wall must be washed with water and dried;
• in case of severe damage to the walls by the fungus, it is recommended to repeat the procedure after 36 hours.

Consumers note a long-lasting positive effect after cleaning the surface with an antifungal compound.

#3: Dali is a universal antiseptic

Dali is a universal remedy, highly effective against various bioparasites. It is actively used as a preventive treatment of walls before painting paintwork materials, as well as to remove the emerging fungus, blue and mold.

Dali antifungal solution is recommended for porous substrates: brick, plaster, concrete. The agent does not contain chlorine and does not change the surface characteristics of materials

The tactics of disinfection and the consumption of the concentrate depends on the purpose of the treatment:

1. Prevention. The surface is cleaned of dirt and covered with a layer of antiseptic at the rate of 50-100 ml/sq.m.
2. Removal of biological lesions. Remove visible colonies of fungi and mold, wipe the wall and dry. Treat with Dali, spending 50-250 ml/sq.m. Repeat the procedure after 6 hours.

During work, safety precautions must be observed. Use overalls, respirator, goggles and gloves. The room must be well ventilated.

#4: Fongifluid Alpa - "treatment" and prevention

Fongifluid Alpa is a fungicidal solution that destroys the source of wall biodegradation and prevents re-infection.

The duration of action is about two years. After applying the concentrate, the coating retains its ability to "breathe", so the microclimate in the room does not worsen.

The fungicidal composition can be applied to wood, tiles, bricks, cement plaster, drywall and ceramic tiles.Can be used indoors and outdoors

Features of Fongifluid Alpa:

• the solution is ready for use;
• drug consumption - 1 liter per 4-5 sq.m;
• drying of the surface after 6 hours, the possibility of painting the base - after 6 days.

The antifungal solution is highly effective against a large number of microorganisms. The tool does not change the color, degree of gloss and texture of the surface.