Anti-Mold & Mildew Spray

Even with the best cleaning, damp humid spots around the home (like showers and bathtubs) can develop mold and mildew.   When that happens, whip up a quick batch of this homemade mold & mildew spray.

 

Here are a few reasons why I think you’ll love it as much as I do:

  • It’s natural.  No toxins or harsh chemicals.  It’s bleach free.
  • It works!  It’s a powerful mold destroyer. And it even helps to keep mold and mildew from coming back.
  • It’s easy to make.  You can mix up a bottle in just 1 minute with only a couple of ingredients.
  • It’s clean & fresh scent that smells great.

 

 

Homemade mold & mildew spray that's easy to make. With just essential oils and vinegar, you can mix up a bottle in only 1 minute. Then simply spray onto your shower or bathtub and let it work its magic. Natural, non-toxic, and without bleach. Kills mold & mildew and helps keep it from coming back. #essentialoils #essentialoilrecipes #DIYrecipes #essentialoilcleaning #naturalcleaning #naturalDIY #cleaning doTERRA, Young Living, essential oil cleaner, DIY essential oil recipe

 

 

What’s in homemade mold & mildew spray?

 

  • vinegar

Vinegar is a natural acid that kills most mold spores and helps lower the chances of the mold coming back.

 

  • lemon essential oil

A powerful cleaner, lemon essential oil is antimicrobial, antiseptic, antiviral, and antifungal.

 

  • tea tree essential oil

Mold is a fungus.  Tea tree essential oil is a powerful antifungal that can kill mold and mildew and help prevent future regrowth.

 

 

How to make Anti-Mold & Mildew Spray with essential oils

click here to get a free printable of this anti-mold & mildew recipe and bottle label

 

step 1: add 1 cup of vinegar to 8 oz (or larger) spray bottle

 

Homemade mold & mildew spray that's easy to make. With just essential oils and vinegar, you can mix up a bottle in only 1 minute. Then simply spray onto your shower or bathtub and let it work its magic. Natural, non-toxic, and without bleach. Kills mold & mildew and helps keep it from coming back. #essentialoils #essentialoilrecipes #DIYrecipes #essentialoilcleaning #naturalcleaning #naturalDIY #cleaning

 

 

step 2:  add 20 drops lemon essential oil and 40 drops tea tree essential oil

 

Homemade mold & mildew spray that's easy to make. With just essential oils and vinegar, you can mix up a bottle in only 1 minute. Then simply spray onto your shower or bathtub and let it work its magic. Natural, non-toxic, and without bleach. Kills mold & mildew and helps keep it from coming back. #essentialoils #essentialoilrecipes #DIYrecipes #essentialoilcleaning #naturalcleaning #naturalDIY #cleaning

 

 

step 3:  put on spray top and shake well to mix

 

 

step 4 (optional):  apply label to bottle

First, print free printable bottle label (get it here), then wipe down bottle with rubbing alcohol so label will stick well, and then attach label to bottle (either by printing on label paper or use packing tape to cover label and adhere the label to bottle).

 

Homemade mold & mildew spray that's easy to make. With just essential oils and vinegar, you can mix up a bottle in only 1 minute. Then simply spray onto your shower or bathtub and let it work its magic. Natural, non-toxic, and without bleach. Kills mold & mildew and helps keep it from coming back. #essentialoils #essentialoilrecipes #DIYrecipes #essentialoilcleaning #naturalcleaning #naturalDIY #cleaning

 

 

Recap of How to Make Natural Anti-Mold & Mildew Spray

click here to get a free printable of this anti-mold & mildew recipe and bottle label

  1. start with 8 oz (or larger) spray bottle
  2. add 1 cup vinegar
  3. add 20 drops lemon essential oil and 40 drops tea tree essential oil
  4. put on spray top and shake well to mix

 

 

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How to use this natural mold & mildew cleaner

  • Because mold & mildew are toxic, it’s best to put on a face mask and gloves when around mold & mildew.
  • Shake cleaner bottle to help vinegar and essential oil mix
  • Spray anti-mold solution on surface to be cleaned
  • Let sit for about 1 hour
  • Wipe with microfiber cloth and scrub brush to remove any surface mold
  • Spray again with cleaner
  • Allow to air dry (no need to rinse)

 

 

Ways to help prevent getting mold again in the future

  • Run the vent during and after showering.
  • Keep humidity in bathroom under 50%.  If needed, getting a dehumidifier can help.
  • Spray this anti-mold and mildew solution preventatively every week and allow it to air dry.

 

 

Homemade mold & mildew spray that's easy to make. With just essential oils and vinegar, you can mix up a bottle in only 1 minute. Then simply spray onto your shower or bathtub and let it work its magic. Natural, non-toxic, and without bleach. Kills mold & mildew and helps keep it from coming back. #essentialoils #essentialoilrecipes #DIYrecipes #essentialoilcleaning #naturalcleaning #naturalDIY #cleaning

 

 

Where to get supplies?

This website contains affiliate links. This means that should you click on certain links, and then subsequently purchase a product, I will receive a small commission. The price is exactly the same for you as it would be without the affiliate link. 

vinegar– I get my white vinegar for cleaning at Costco.  They have giant bottles of it for just a few dollars.

8 oz or larger spray bottle– choose a spray bottle that’s safe to use with essential oils (glass, HDPE plastic, or PET plastic).  Amber bottles will help preserve the efficacy of the essential oils or you can use a clear bottle and store it in a dark cabinet (out of sunlight which can degrade the essential oils).  click here for a great glass spray bottle I use and click here for the plastic spray bottle in my photo

microfiber clothfind them here

scrub brushfind it here

click here to get a free printable of this anti-mold & mildew recipe and bottle label

Homemade mold & mildew spray that's easy to make. With just essential oils and vinegar, you can mix up a bottle in only 1 minute. Then simply spray onto your shower or bathtub and let it work its magic. Natural, non-toxic, and without bleach. Kills mold & mildew and helps keep it from coming back. #essentialoils #essentialoilrecipes #DIYrecipes #essentialoilcleaning #naturalcleaning #naturalDIY #cleaning

 

 

Homemade mold & mildew spray that's easy to make. With just essential oils and vinegar, you can mix up a bottle in only 1 minute. Then simply spray onto your shower or bathtub and let it work its magic. Natural, non-toxic, and without bleach. Kills mold & mildew and helps keep it from coming back. #essentialoils #essentialoilrecipes #DIYrecipes #essentialoilcleaning #naturalcleaning #naturalDIY #cleaning

 

 

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8 thoughts on “Anti-Mold & Mildew Spray”

    • I think that would depend on the condition of the painted wood. If the paint job is still in great shape (not peeling, cracking, or worn), then I believe the spray should be fine. I use a similar cleaner on my window sills and haven’t had any problems.
      As with all new-to-you cleaners though, I would spot test to make sure that it works well for your surface.

  1. What about soccer cleats and roller skating equipment (knee/elbow-pads and helmets)?
    Thanks! 😁
    So glad I found you!!!

    • Yes, it would work for all of that sports equipment. Be sure to give them plenty of space to dry out and air out before using again. The smell of essential oil should be completely gone before using equipment.

    • Hi Roberta,
      You can get essential oils lots of places. I buy mine directly from the manufacturers, but you can also get them from friends and family who sell oils, in stores, and online.
      I don’t sell essential oils or endorse any particular brands. But the brands that I tend to use the most (and am very happy with) are doTERRA, Young Living, and Plant Therapy.
      Sarah

    • Thanks, Austin! This is definitely a recipe that we use a lot in my house. Glad you found it helpful, too.

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