4 Ways to Prevent Mold in Your Carpets and Upholstered Furniture

Carpets and upholstery are the comfort of any home. The carpet is in the places where kids can play without getting hurt if someone falls down. Upholstery is on the comfiest furniture and places where you like to relax the most. Preventing mold in these places is one of the most important things to keep your family healthy and happy.

Lower humidity

High humidity creates moisture in the air that will sink deep into carpets and upholstery. It is best to keep your home and office humidity levels between 30% and 60%. Any more than that amps up the moisture in the air, dampening the carpets and upholstery and making a perfect place for mold to grow. Minnesota can have a more humid climate in the summertime. If your home’s humidity reaches above 60%, investing in a dehumidifier will benefit your carpets and furniture. It is also important to not install carpets or use upholstered furniture in rooms that often rise in humidity, like the kitchen, bathroom, or basement, to prevent mold in those rooms.

Clean spills

Any spills or standing water in your carpets and upholstery leaves space for mold to grow. Dry up any standing water or spills right away to get rid of any environment that mold can grow in. The same can be said for leaks in your home or office. Getting those fixed right away will prevent the leaks from getting to areas that encourage mold growth.

Vacuum

Regular vacuuming has many benefits for both your carpets and your upholstered furniture. In most cases, it is recommended to vacuum your carpets and upholstery once a week. The US Environmental Protection Agency explains that mold comes from spores in the air landing in places that are humid enough for them to grow. Those spores, and other bacteria, can be vacuumed up when done consistently. If you would like a little extra protection or if you’ve had mold in your home before, sprinkling baking soda, a natural disinfectant, on your carpets and upholstery before vacuuming it up. 

Get Professional cleanings

One of the best ways to prevent any mold spores from growing is to schedule a professional carpet and upholstery cleaning. Professional equipment and methods get deeper than any vacuum to get any of the bacteria and spores that your vacuum can’t reach. For the best results, schedule a professional deep clean of your carpets and upholstery once or twice every year.

Make your home the cleanest it can be by preventing mold in your carpets and upholstery. If you’re ready to start the new year with a fresh start, schedule a professional cleaning for your carpets or upholstery today.