At Mar-flex, we are always focusing on innovation through state of the art technology and green resources. If you find your basement has that damp basement smell which is caused by mold and mildew, you can solve the problems with eco-friendly items found around the house.

The first step to eliminating the smell is to clean everything out of your basement. This includes old carpet and cardboard which will contribute to the damp basement smell. Once this is accomplished, you can use vinegar, applied directly to affected areas, to clean up any mold and mildew. Lemon juice mixed with water is another good household cleaning solution. Lemon juice is known to tackle resistant strains of mold, it also takes care of the damp basement smell.

Baking soda is another household product use in cleaning basements. Spread baking soda over the affected area, and it will soak up the smell. You will still need to clean the area with another solution, but baking soda can make it bearable while you are deciding what other cleaning methods to use. Finish up any cleaning with soap and water, which will remove any remnants of mold. This will take away that damp basement smell permanently.