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Home » DIY & Crafts » Homemade Mildew Removal Spray {Mold too!}

Homemade Mildew Removal Spray {Mold too!}

Published July 28, 2016 Updated January 20, 2023 / by Savanah / 15 Comments
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Mildew removal is one of those yucky tasks I hate tackling, but especially since it has always required harsh chemicals.  This great DIY mold & mildew removal spray with essential oils makes a great safe and natural option that does the trick with ease. Plus, you can snag a free printable with this recipe & some of my other favorite homemade cleaners at the bottom of the post!

If you have been plagued with mold or mildew, you know how big a difference a great quality mildew removal spray can make in your home.  In the hot summer months, I find the extra heat and humidity mean my showers and faucets grow mildew faster than before.  To get rid of this problem, and keep things safe in our home, making a simple mildew removal spray is a great solution.

Homemade Mildew Removal Spray

This Mold and Mildew cleaning spray is super easy to make, and is not the conventional recipe you’re probably seen that uses stinky vinegar! I love how effective vinegar can be, but not everyone can stand the smell!

This one uses hydrogen peroxide, which will foam to help remove and kill the mildew, without stinking up your bathroom in the process.  The combination alongside our favorite essential oils makes this a potent spray that is natural and safe to use.

Ingredients For Homemade Mildew Removal Spray

  • 2 ounces water
  • 2 ounces hydrogen peroxide
  • 10 drops lemon essential oil
  • 10 drops pure clove essential oil
  • 10 drops melaleuca essential oil

Also needed: 

  • Glass spray bottle
  • Label

Note:  I prefer using a glass bottle for this mildew removal spray since essential oils have been known to break down plastic containers when stored for a long period of time.  I prefer not to take any chances.

Directions For Homemade Mildew Removal Spray

Mold & Mildew Spray Step 1

Mix together water, peroxide, and essential oils in a large measuring cup or mixing bowl. I use a whisk to blend these together well.

Pour into your spray bottle.  You may need to use a funnel to prevent spills.

Top with the sprayer attachment and add the label to your bottle so you can easily recognize in your cleaning supplies.

Mold & Mildew Spray Step 2

To Use: Just spray this mildew removal on areas in your bathroom where mildew is an issue and leave for 15- 20 minutes if possible. Then come back and scrub and wipe down. If you are just doing a touch-up, and not removing spots, just spray and wipe down.

You can create a fun label, buy some simple reusable labels, or just handwrite your product name on paper and tape onto the bottle.  Whatever method you chose, you'll likely want to make it waterproof so if there are drips it won't fade the name.

As you can see, this simple mold and mildew removal spray is very easy to put together, and you probably already have these ingredients on hand in your home.  I love that it is safe for all of my surfaces, safe to use around my children.  Plus, it is very cost-effective since I already have these inexpensive items on hand in my home.

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If you have been plagued with mold or mildew, you know how big a difference a great quality mildew removal spray can make in your home. In the hot summer months, I find the extra heat and humidity mean my showers and faucets grow mildew faster than before. To get rid of this problem, and keep things safe in our home, making a simple mildew removal spray is a great solution.

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  1. Kristina

    October 8, 2016 at 7:52 pm

    Have you tried this spray on fabric?? My pop up camper has some mildew spots on the roof and I’d love to find a natural alternative and try to remove it a bit more naturally. Please let me know your input!

    Reply
    • Savanah

      October 10, 2016 at 9:15 am

      Peroxide can be an issue with some fabrics. If you want to give it a try, I recommend doing a spot test first. I’ve used everything in here on fabric before, but not the spray itself.

      For clothes, I normally just mix equal parts water and vinegar (white vinegar) and soak for about 15-20 minutes. You could mix it in a spray bottle, spray the area, and then let dry. Reapply as needed.

      Reply
  2. Joy

    October 30, 2016 at 4:33 am

    Please do NOT use this mixture around cats. Melaleuca (Tea Tree) is fatal to cats.

    Reply
    • Savanah

      November 4, 2016 at 1:56 pm

      Thank you! I completely forgot to put a disclaimer in here. Tea tree should never be used on cats or diffused around them either.

      Reply
  3. Samantha

    March 3, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    Where did you get the glass spray bottle?

    Reply
    • Savanah

      March 6, 2017 at 9:18 pm

      I’m not sure where that particular one came from, but I normally get them from Amazon or Grove Collaborative.

      Reply
  4. creativejewishmom/sara

    July 9, 2017 at 5:01 am

    thanks for sharing on craft schooling Sunday, so useful!

    Reply
  5. Marius

    January 7, 2018 at 7:26 am

    I Had mold in my shower walls and roof and after i tried your homemade spray and its works 100%, thank you a lot

    Reply
    • Savanah

      January 8, 2018 at 9:37 pm

      Glad it worked for you! Thanks for letting me know 🙂

      Reply
  6. Kaytem

    December 5, 2018 at 4:08 pm

    Can I use a plastic spray bottle instead?

    Reply
    • Savanah

      December 15, 2018 at 2:50 pm

      You can but I generally avoid using essential oils in plastic because the oil can deteriorate the container.

      Reply
  7. Lori

    July 23, 2019 at 5:50 pm

    Do you think this would take mold off of a bathroom ceiling that has a popcorn texture? I have tried a few cleaners and hasn’t cut it.

    Reply
    • Savanah

      August 8, 2019 at 8:10 pm

      Lori,

      Sorry for the delayed response. I’m not sure what to try on a popcorn ceiling and it would depend on the type of mold. If you give it a try, please let me know how it works for you!

      Savanah

      Reply
  8. Monika M.

    June 21, 2022 at 8:52 am

    Great recipe and information! Never know what to use for old and mildew. This will definetly help in bathrooms, kitchen and basement. Appreciate the knowledge

    Reply
  9. Janae

    December 21, 2022 at 3:35 pm

    So glad I found this! My carpet cleaner used a mold removal spray similar to this and I totally forgot to ask him about it before he left.

    Reply

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