Can you actually clean mold off carpet? Can you keep carpet from a moldy house?
Before you invest time and money in carpet cleaning services or DIY mold removal attempts, you need to understand why carpet and mold are such a problematic combination.
In this video, I explain:
- Why carpet fibers trap dirt, dust, and mold spores permanently
- How carpet cleaning can make mold problems worse
- The health risks of keeping moldy carpeting
- Safe DIY carpet removal techniques anyone can do
- What flooring options you have after removing carpet (even on a budget)
Watch the full video to learn what you need to know to stay safe while dealing with moldy textiles like carpet and discover your best path forward.
I actually have a step-by-step video tutorial showing how my daughter successfully removed carpeting from her apartment with her grandfather—proving this is a manageable DIY project. You can find that in my masterclass “Cleaning Mold Safely” included in the Mold Experts Bundle or for purchase on its’ own on the page here.

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Cheryl Ciecko is an ALA, LEED AP, Licensed Architect who helps homeowners and building professionals create safe homes through online education to prevent mold, water damage, and poor indoor air quality.
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The information contained in this presentation is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, prescribe, treat, or cure any disease, ailment or injury to the body. It is not medical advice. FDA regulations prohibit the use of medical claims in conjunction with the sale of any product not approved by the FDA. Statements made herein have not been evaluated by the FDA.
Any products, techniques, and/or personal usage tips referred to are not suggested as a replacement for proper treatment from a licensed health care professional. I am not a licensed health care professional and the decision to use or not to use any of this information is the sole responsibility of the listener and/or reader. Everyone is an individual with different body types, different blood types, different body chemistries, and it is important to remember that what works for one person may not work for another person.

