Solution for Damp and Moldy Textiles

In recent years, under stringent environmental protection requirements, products such as benzene previously added during the dyeing and finishing of fabrics can no longer be used. As a result, fabrics lacking anti-mold properties are more prone to mildew compared to before.

Mold Prevention Recommendations for Outdoor Textile Production
Before incoming materials (polyester, nylon, acrylic, polypropylene, spandex, vinylon, and chlorofiber), verify the current humidity of the material. Suppliers can be required to control humidity within 12% (testable with a mold tester). If humidity is too high, rejection is an option, as fabrics with humidity exceeding 12% pose a mildew risk. Materials stored in warehouses should be kept in a clean, dry environment, not placed directly on the floor or too close to walls. (If humidity control is challenging, directly spray mold and antibacterial agents). Use turnover containers for product handling, ensuring the containers are dry and clean with moisture-proof bags placed at the bottom. Employees with sweaty hands or after using the restroom should dry their hands thoroughly to reduce material humidity and minimize mildew risk.

[Mold Prevention for Outdoor Textiles] Warehouse Storage Mold Prevention Methods

How to Reduce Mildew Risk in Product Packaging:
When packaging outdoor textiles, first test the humidity of outdoor products with a mold tester. If humidity is high and difficult to control, drying treatment is recommended. The most convenient approach is to use mold and antibacterial spray treatment. iHeir-H mold prevention dry packs can be placed inside the packaging (not only highly absorbent but also releasing antibacterial agents upon contact with moisture, killing surrounding mold). The outer packaging boxes should also be dried as much as possible.

How to Prevent Outdoor Textiles from Mildew in Warehouses
Outdoor products are highly susceptible to mildew in warehouses, especially during the rainy season. Is there a way to completely prevent mildew? Yes! First, when finished products enter the warehouse, ensure the warehouse is clean. If possible, install dehumidifiers and dual-probe hygrometers to monitor indoor and outdoor humidity levels. When outdoor humidity is lower than indoor humidity, open doors and windows. In such cases, keeping them closed may make the floor more damp. Initially, perform warehouse mold prevention and sterilization treatment once a month using iHeir mold and antibacterial spray. After spraying, keep doors and windows closed for 24 hours before reopening. Subsequently, perform this treatment every three months. When mopping the floor, add our company’s mold prevention agent to the water.