How to remove mold from a stroller: ways to remove fungus

It often happens that when a baby stroller is stored for a long time on the balcony or veranda, traces of mold appear on it. In this case, many parents think about a new purchase, believing that these black or green spots cannot be removed without harm to the fabric, but this is not the case. It is possible to wash the mold on the stroller with both folk and chemical means, and the quality of the product will not suffer in any way. This cleaning not only helps to get rid of existing stains, but also prevents the appearance of new ones.

Why mold forms on the wheelchair

Mold is a spore of a microscopic fungus, the active reproduction of which occurs under favorable conditions. As a result, unsightly spots with a characteristic unpleasant odor appear on the surface of the material, which are difficult to remove later.

The main reasons for development:

1. High humidity... There is such a term as "dew point". This means that the air in the storage room is no longer able to retain moisture, and it turns into condensation, which settles on the surface of the stroller. Air humidity above 55% is a provoking factor for the active development of the fungus.
2. Heat... This indicator, combined with an increased level of moisture, is a kind of trigger. To prevent the fungus from developing, it is necessary in the storage room to have an air temperature in the range of 18-25 ° C.
3. Lack of ventilation... Insufficient air circulation leads to stagnant processes and thus contributes to the development of fungus. To preserve the stroller and other things, you need to ventilate the room or equip it with ventilation daily.
4. Presence of dirt... Remains of uncleaned dirt can also cause the development of fungus.

How to remove mold from a stroller using folk methods

It is possible to wash this kind of dirt on a stroller without much difficulty. This will require the use of agents that have a depressing effect on fungal spores. Such components are present in every apartment, just not everyone knows about it. Below are effective folk methods that will help remove mold from the fabric of a baby carriage without losing the quality of the product.

How to clean mold from stroller fabric with vinegar

Table vinegar (9%) helps to remove even old black mold. You can also use vinegar essence for cleaning, but it must first be diluted with water in a 1: 9 ratio.

Cleaning procedure:

1. Soak a cotton swab liberally in vinegar.
2. Apply the liquid to problem areas of the fabric and rub lightly.
3. Wait 2-3 hours, re-moisten the stains with vinegar and brush with a hard bristle brush.
4. Rinse the treated areas with clean water, wipe with a dry cloth.
5. Dry the product in the fresh air.

How to remove mold from a stroller with laundry soap

Laundry soap (72%) will also help to wash off the fungus on the wheelchair. Its effectiveness is due to the high content of alkali in the composition, which has a detrimental effect on pathogenic spores.

To clean, you need to grate laundry soap on a fine grater and add warm water until a thick liquid consistency is formed. You can enhance the effectiveness of the product by adding baking soda and table salt, taking the components for 1 tsp.

This product will help remove even mold on a stroller like the one below.

Algorithm of actions:

1. Apply soapy water to dirt.
2. Rub with a stiff brush and re-treat problem areas.
3. Wait 1-2 hours.
4. Wash off the solution with plain water, rinse thoroughly.
5. Leave the stroller to dry in the fresh air to get rid of unpleasant odors.

After drying, you need to vacuum the stroller cover to finally remove the salt and soda particles on the surface.

How to remove mold from fabric on a stroller with ammonia

You can also use ammonia to remove unpleasant black and green stains. You can use it independently and as part of complex tools.

The most effective cleaning methods:

1. Dilute the ammonia with water in equal proportions. In the resulting solution, moisten problem areas abundantly, wait 20 minutes. If the mold was not completely washed off after the first time, repeat the procedure. At the end, remove the cover from the stroller and wash it with the addition of washing powder, rinse. This method is recommended when the stroller is slightly dirty.
2. Add table salt (50 g) and ammonia (5-7 ml) to water (1 l). Boil the mixture for 30 minutes. When finished, apply on dirt and leave for 10 minutes. After that, treat the areas with an additional stiff brush. As a result, the cover needs to be washed and dried in the fresh air in order to completely get rid of the specific smell of mold. This method will help remove stubborn mold stains from the stroller.

How to clean a stroller from mold with potassium permanganate

Potassium permanganate is a powerful antiseptic that inhibits the fungus. Therefore, it also helps to remove this kind of dirt on the wheelchair.

Procedure:

1. Dissolve crystals of dry matter in 250 ml of water so that the shade of the solution turns pink.
2. Apply the resulting liquid to the dirt.
3. Wait 30-60 minutes. depending on the complexity of the spot.
4. Rinse the treated areas of the cover with plain water.
5. Absorb any remaining moisture with a cotton cloth.
6. Dry the stroller completely in the fresh air.

How to remove fungus from brown stroller fabric

Borax, which can be purchased at any pharmacy, will also help to wash off the mold. This tool is completely safe for the baby's health, so it can be used without fear.

Algorithm of actions:

1. Add 100 g of borax powder to warm water (1 l).
2. Apply a generous amount of the solution with a sponge to mold marks on a baby carriage.
3. Wait 40-50 minutes.
4. At the end of the procedure, wash the cover as usual.
5. Rinse the fabric thoroughly to remove any borax residues.

How to remove mold stains from a stroller with soda and turpentine

This method will help remove stubborn mold that has not been removed by other methods.

Cleaning procedure:

1. Soak a cotton swab in turpentine and apply the product on traces of the fungus.
2. Leave in this form for 30-40 minutes so that the turpentine can penetrate into the deep layers of the tissue and neutralize the pathogenic microflora.
3. At the end of the time, sprinkle baking soda over the treated stains and rub the fabric thoroughly with a brush, leave for 20 minutes.
4. Separately, in a ceramic container, mix the washing powder and hydrogen peroxide until a slurry is formed.
5. Distribute it to the treated places, wait 1 hour.
6. Rinse the stroller cover in an automatic machine, after turning off the spin mode.
7. Dry the product in the fresh air to get rid of foreign odors.

Important! Turpentine is a natural solvent based on pine oils, so it can cause allergies in your baby. To avoid this and remove stains, you need to thoroughly rinse the stroller cover after cleaning.

How to remove mold from a stroller with chalk

This method will help wipe away mold from the stroller if the fungus has not had time to penetrate into the deep layers of the fabric.

Procedure:

1. Grind the chalk to a powder consistency.
2. Pre-moisten the mold stains with plain water.
3. Apply the mixture in a thick layer to damp areas and lay on top of a cotton cloth.
4. Iron the top with an iron several times to absorb the fungus and wash the fabric.

How to remove black mold from a stroller with whey

The effectiveness of this product against fungus is due to the presence of lactic acid in the composition, which suppresses the development of pathogenic microflora.

To remove stains, you need to moisten them abundantly and wait 40-50 minutes. If after the expiration of time traces of mold remain, they must be re-treated and wait 30 minutes. At the end of cleaning, wash the cover with the addition of detergent.

How to remove mold from a stroller using chemicals

If traditional methods did not help to remove the mold on the baby stroller, then household chemicals will help to cope with this problem. You can buy these products at any specialty store.

The most effective chemicals are:

1. «Domestos". An aggressive bleaching agent that should only be used in particularly difficult cases. To remove mold, you need to use a working solution: 2 tbsp. l. "Domestos" for 1 liter of warm water. Apply to the stained surface, rub lightly, let stand for 15 minutes.
   
2. «White". This product also has a whitening effect, so it can only be used to remove mildew from light colored materials. Dissolve 50 ml of "Whiteness" in 1 liter of water. Moisten a cotton swab in the resulting liquid and thoroughly wipe the stains, let stand for 20 minutes. After cleaning, rinse the cover several times with softener.
   
3. «Persol". This oxygen-based stain remover will help remove mold stains without altering the shade or texture of the material. For cleaning, you will need to dilute the product with water until a slurry forms. Then apply it to the contaminated surface, wait 20-30 minutes. At the end, wash the baby stroller cover with the usual washing powder and rinse well.
   
4. «Oxy Crystal". This product is also chlorine free, so it helps to remove mold from colored material. The principle of its application is similar to the previous tool.
   

Preventing the appearance of mold on a wheelchair

Mold on a stroller is easier to prevent than to wash it off later. Therefore, observing simple rules, you can completely eliminate the likelihood of developing a fungus.

Key recommendations:

1. The stroller must be thoroughly cleaned and dried before being put into storage, as food residues, dirt and moisture are an ideal environment for mold growth.
2. Do not wrap the product in foil or polyethylene, it is better to use cotton cloth.
3. The storeroom, veranda or balcony where the stroller is stored should be regularly ventilated or a ventilation system installed.
4. It is recommended to sprinkle the cover with baking soda, chalk powder, which will reduce the likelihood of fungus, and vacuum it before use.

Conclusion

It is not difficult to wash off mold on a wheelchair if you use products that can resist the spread of pathogenic microflora. But in order to avoid a similar problem later, you should take care of the proper storage of this item. After all, the fungus is a danger to the health of the baby and can cause the development of allergies, otitis media, asthma, diathesis.