Because wood naturally soaks up and retains water it’s an ideal environment for mold and mildew. If you have baseboards, trim, or furniture that’s been affected, prompt mold cleanup is in order.

Mildew thrives in moist, damp spaces — think dark spots on your clothes, powdery clusters on wood furniture or black gunk in the corners of your shower. The disgusting fungus may be hiding in ...

Mold and mildew are both fungi that grow in moist environments. Vinegar, bleach, and antimicrobial cleaners can remove mildew and some level of mold. Mold may require professional remediation if the ...

Summer, sun, sitting outside. If only it weren’t for the pesky mildew stains that appear every year on the cushions for garden chairs or porch swings. That’s why myHOMEBOOK asked for advice on how to ...

Days ago, Jerry stopped by my website, AsktheBuilder.com. He reads my column each week in his local paper and was perplexed by algae growth on the exterior of his home. Jerry hales from Chesterton, ...

Over time, annoying mildew stains can develop on the cushions of outdoor furniture. An expert explains how to get rid of them. Photo: Getty Images/Josue Fiallo Summer, sun, sitting outside. If only it ...