How to remove mold/mildew from brick

03-02-2012, 03:53 PM	#1
MLMIB Member   Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 257	How to remove mold/mildew from brick Moved into a house where on the north side there is some mold/mildew that grew on the siding as I guess also on the brick. I know how to wash the siding but how do I wash the brick? I just want it to not be green/mildew-ey, but I want to be safe. Thanks

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03-02-2012, 07:31 PM	#2
oh'mike Super Moderator   Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Kane county,Illinois Posts: 16,294	How to remove mold/mildew from brick Hot soapy water with some bleach---bleach will kill the moss and any mildew---might take a couple of tries-- Use a scrub brush-- Don't be tempted to use a power washer---The mortar could get blasted loose---Mike--- __________________ New members: Adding your location to your profile helps in many ways.--M--

03-02-2012, 07:39 PM	#3
joecaption Member   Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Hartfield VA Posts: 18,253	How to remove mold/mildew from brick I use the outdoor Clorox in a pump sprayer, let it sit 1/2 hour then pressure wash it. Just do not get up close and use a fan spray nozzle not a fine point. Keep it moving, do not stay in one spot.