Black Mold... How To Kill Toxic Mold for a Few Dollars

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• MZ

  @MzladyGrinn · 3 months ago

  I wish the book was a hard copy, and not a PDF copy.<br>i love books. but not in PDF form.<br>i have lost several books because of a computer crash. <br>putting into a folder, 700 hundred pages is not realistic, <br>and still keep track of all the pages....<br>If you should ever publish this, i would be delighted to buy a hard copy, even if it cost more.<br>love your channels and find everything &nbsp;so helpful for living a clean &amp; frugal life.....<br>God Bless you, and yours....

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• EL

  @ElderBen77 · 2 months ago

  I&apos;ve learned many things from this gentleman. Sir, I greatly appreciate you ! 😎

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• JO

  @johnkraner2892 · 3 months ago

  Amazing! Modern society has lost so much wisdom from corporate lies. Thank God for Elias and the Amish!

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• KR

  @kristenmarie9248 · 3 months ago

  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=345">5:45</a> Don&apos;t use bleach, use white vinegar.

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• RA

  @randchensley93 · 3 months ago

  I greatly appreciate you saying that covering is not the same as rooting out the problem

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• MA

  @MamaBear85379 · 3 months ago

  It&apos;s usually INSIDE the wall cavities.

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• AE

  @ae.noether · 3 months ago

  Yes please, show us the proper process to mix white-wash. I love this channel.

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• HO

  @HoboSamoohKuZu · 2 months ago

  follow this &nbsp;multi-step, traditional approach to effectively killing mold at the root and preventing its return without relying on expensive, temporary commercial sprays. <br> <br>### 1. Removing Existing Mold <br>* &nbsp; <b>*Use Full-Strength Vinegar:*</b> Unlike bleach, which only strips surface color and can actually feed mold roots with water, <b>*undiluted white distilled vinegar*</b> penetrates porous surfaces (wood, drywall, grout, concrete) to kill the mold at the root (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=358">5:58</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=368">6:08</a>). Spray it on, let it soak for a **full hour**, then scrub with a stiff brush and rinse with warm water (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=378">6:18</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=403">6:43</a>). <br>* &nbsp; <b>*Ensure Proper Drying:*</b> After cleaning, it is critical to dry the surface thoroughly; any remaining moisture creates a new environment for spores (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=403">6:43</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=413">6:53</a>). <br> <br>### 2. Post-Cleaning Prevention <br>* &nbsp; <b>*Baking Soda Film:*</b> Mix about <b>*1/4 teaspoon of baking soda to a cup of water*</b> and apply it to the cleaned area. Let it dry without rinsing. The alkaline film discourages mold from returning, as mold prefers acidic environments (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=478">7:58</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=517">8:37</a>). <br> <br>### 3. Addressing the Source of Moisture <br>* &nbsp; <b>*The Root Cause:*</b> No cleaning method will work long-term if the source of the dampness persists. You must act as a detective to stop the moisture (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=573">9:33</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=656">10:56</a>). <br> &nbsp; &nbsp;* &nbsp; <b>*Airflow:*</b> Use fans or open windows in high-humidity areas like bathrooms (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=620">10:20</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=635">10:35</a>). <br> &nbsp; &nbsp;* &nbsp; <b>*Repairs:*</b> Fix leaking pipes or sources of condensation (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=653">10:53</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=659">10:59</a>). <br> <br>### 4. Long-Term Structural Prevention <br>* &nbsp; <b>*Lime Whitewash:*</b> The traditional method for keeping damp cellars and barns mold-free for centuries is <b>*lime whitewash*</b> (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=678">11:18</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=702">11:42</a>). <br> &nbsp; &nbsp;* &nbsp; <b>*Why it works:*</b> It is highly alkaline (making it impossible for mold to grow) and it is **breathable**, allowing moisture to escape the wall rather than trapping it (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=725">12:05</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=745">12:25</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=950">15:50</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=968">16:08</a>). <br> &nbsp; &nbsp;* &nbsp; <b>*The Mix:*</b> A traditional mixture consists of <b>*water, salt, and hydrated lime*</b> (also called Mason&apos;s lime or builder&apos;s lime, not garden lime) (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=812">13:32</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=826">13:46</a>). <br>* &nbsp; <b>*Caution on Modern Paint:*</b> Avoid using modern sealing/acrylic paints in damp areas, as these act like a &quot;rubber slicker&quot; that traps moisture behind the wall, creating an ideal breeding ground for mold (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=926">15:26</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=971">16:11</a>). <br> <br><b>*Safety Note:*</b> Always wear gloves and eye protection when working with caustic hydrated lime (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=882">14:42</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=894">14:54</a>). For large-scale mold infestations or if health issues exist, consult a professional (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=114">1:54</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=545-pmMUdGc&amp;t=148">2:28</a>).

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• DO

  @donalddawes2518 · 2 months ago (edited)

  Use the white distilled vinegar &amp; wait 1 hour. Got it. Then there is the white wash mixture of salt, hydrated lime (builders lime) &amp; water on stone &amp; wood. Keeping in mind it&apos;s caustic. <br>Thank you Elias Yoder!

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• KO

  @Koska2026 · 3 months ago

  I hope New Yorker&apos;s listen to this channel. &nbsp;There are so many cellars there and they are old let alone the apt. Buildings. &nbsp;This info. Is so valuable and will save your life.

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• KA

  @kathyhooton4831 · 3 months ago

  I live in northeast Tennessee. &nbsp;We have an older house with a basement. We have dealt with black mold for years. I definitely will be trying this. &nbsp;Thank you.

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• DI

  @Dino_Buk · 3 months ago

  Elias and Esther are the best teachers in the world!

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