You probably know that mold in the house can have a very bad influence of your health. So once you see it, you should do something right away.
There are many ways to fight mold, including chemicals, but we want to introduce one extremely effective solution that has no backfire.
It is a spray that is made of tea tree oil, just this one simple ingredient. This essential oil is extracted from the leaves of the Australian plant called Melaleuca Alternifoli. It is also great in case cuts, burns, and wounds. The Aborigines used it for centuries crushing the leaves of the tea tree and applying them to the affected areas.
Historians say that the properties of this essential oil have been found in the 1920s by the Australian researchers. They discovered the antiseptic properties that were a hundred times stronger than carbolic acid, which was commonly used then. According to modern researches, tea tree oil is useful in the treatment of various types of respiratory issues such as a runny nose, sore throat, bronchitis, asthma, tuberculosis. It also provides relief in the treatment of skin problems, like rashes, burns, and even dandruff.
But let’s see how tea tree oil works with mold or, actually, with getting rid of it. You will need:
• A spray bottle
• 2 teaspoons of tea tree oil
• 2 cups of water
Combine the oil with water and pour the mixture in a spray bottle. Then, spray all the areas of your house where you see mold, and simply leave it to dry off.
When it’s dry, use a towel to wipe it off. The result will surprise you!