Containing and Cleaning the Area

• Contain the spread. Cut down on the dust since the spores can become airborne, spreading the fungi to previously unaffected areas. Any place that is dark, and moisture accumulates, is a place mold can grow. Seal the room off using plastic sheets sealed with tape over any airways, such as doors, vents, and other openings. Killing the black mold requires that you first clean the area. Use a light water spray if the area is dry. Use a soapy mix to clean the infected areas to get rid of as much mold as you can.
  
  

Baking Soda

• According to the website Cleaning Black Mold, there are several home products you can use to get rid of the toxic black mold. Use baking soda on carpets. Place the baking soda over the carpet and allow it to asborb the mold overnight. Vacuum it up in the morning.
  
  

Borax Powder

• Borax powder is an effective method to kill the mold. Take one cup of power for every one cup of water to clean floors. Scrub it in over small areas. Clear the scummy moldy fluid with a washcloth, but do not rinse. If you leave the borax on over night, it will help to stop mold from coming back. Repeat until the mold is all gone.
  
  

Hydrogen Peroxide

• You can buy hydrogen peroxide from most drug stores. Pour into a spray bottle and cover the infected surface with the liquid. Wait about 15 to 30 minutes before scrubbing. If you're finding the mold isn't coming off, try a higher concentration. Hydrogen peroxide is handy for a variety of surfaces.
  
  

Citric Mixes

• Two kinds of citric based products can be bought at the supermarket and have the advantage of being a safe alternative to chemicals. Grapefruit seed extract can be bought at grocery stores, and you only need 20 drops of the extract to every cup of water. Douse the mold and wipe it with a washcloth. Crystallized citric acid is another cheap and safe option. Use about one cup of acid for every one and a half gallons of water. Let it soak over the mold to help clean the mold. It takes a few rinses to get it off.
  
  

Ammonia

• Ammonia is another chemical option that you can use to kill the mold. Mix ammonia and water in equal amounts into a spray bottle. Spray the mix on the mold, and let it sit for a few hours before washing it down with water. After soaking it down, allow it to dry completely. Ammonia can be a dangerous product when mixed with bleach, so be careful when using it.
  
  

Finding the Source

• Cleaning and getting rid of the black mold will only go so far. Find out why the moisture is high enough to aid the breeding of the fungi. Use a moisture meter to find out the humidity of the air. According to the website Toxic Black Mold Info, anything over 55 percent needs to be dealt with. Rent or buy a dehumidifier. If the area is wet, use fans to help dry the area.