Combating Mold

[fcamargo6thave]

I just wanted to know if anyone else is having problems with mold in there canopy's and stands, I searched but found old threads. I am interested in hearing solutions and things or precautions that should be taken. I know mold is not safe but at what point do you say that something has to be done about it. I bought a tank from another member which i noticed has some green and white spores in the canopy but i am unsure as what to do.

 

[duke62]

Take the canopy down,take it outside ,put a mask on and clean it down with bleach

 

[fishman1069]

Bleach only kills surface mold. The spore.can go 1/4" into the wood and the bleach winter get ti them. There is a product called MoldX from Home Depot. Get that and spray it on the mold and let it sit for a lil while, then wipe off. You may want ti use bleach afterwards t get the smell if the moldx off. DO ALL OF THIS OUTSIDE AWAY FROM YOUR TANK!

 

[Awibrandy]

Bleach only kills surface mold. The spore.can go 1/4" into the wood and the bleach winter get ti them. There is a product called MoldX from Home Depot. Get that and spray it on the mold and let it sit for a lil while, then wipe off. You may want ti use bleach afterwards t get the smell if the moldx off. DO ALL OF THIS OUTSIDE AWAY FROM YOUR TANK!

And then get a good Mold Inhibitor paint, and paint it. Do the same for the stand...

 

[peteyboyny]

After all the cleaning...
I would also make sure there isn't a small leak somewhere. Water running down a hose, splashing, etc. that could be causing excess moisture.

 

[Master Shake]

fans and vent holes for air circulation help keep things dry