From: Banty 
Newsgroups: alt.home.repair misc.consumers.house
Subject: Re: Mold odor on carpet.
Date: 1 Jan 2006 08:15:05 -0800

In article , Sam Nickaby
says...
>
>We are trying to get rid of mold odors from the carpet, usually from under the
>bed.
>The bed is pushed against the cold northern wall. The carpet is cut to fit and
>laid
>onto the vinyl floor. The vinyls are glued to the concrete floor. The floor can
>get
>cold and sometimes. The northern wall also tends to show signs of moisture.
>Occasionally, we spill water on the carpet. Usually we just blow a fan on the
>spills or allow it to dry on its own. What is the best and practical way to
>reduce
>the smell of mold on the carpet?
>
>Thanks
>

1. Remove the carpet, clean vinyl floor and/or install new vinyl,stone, or tile
floor.

2. Diagnose and repair water problem on the northern side.

Banty