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Trevelyan96
Jun. 22, 2009, 03:39 PM
We have really humid, moldy summers in our area, and until I started this, I was emptying and scrubbing, water tanks every other day, and my tack couldn't stay in the tackroom for more than a week without getting moldy.

I love this stuff! Buy a huge bottle of mint flavored store brand stuff, splash a capful in my tanks and water buckets for scrubbing them out, and then refill. This is the most mildew free summer I've ever had in my big water tanks! I can now empty and clean the big tanks just once a week, and I'm not wasting almost an entire 70 gallons of water every other day. And I like that its not full of a lot of toxic chemicals.

It's also great to put in your tack cleaning water to kill mildew on tack. Requires a little more oiling/conditioning, but keeps my tack mold free between cleanings!
ThoroughbredFancy
Jun. 22, 2009, 04:03 PM
I've always cleaned out my buckets/tanks with the stuff. Can get it cheap and works well.
asb_own_me
Jun. 22, 2009, 06:11 PM
Never heard that before - thanks for the tip!
Tornado Run Farm
Jun. 22, 2009, 10:23 PM
Yep, thanks for the tip!
LovelyBay
Jun. 22, 2009, 11:24 PM
I love using it on my buckets and brushes!

I also use it ony horses that itch their tails, rain rot, and scratches...

I get it super cheap at the dollar store and put it in a spray bottle.
ThatScaryChick
Jun. 23, 2009, 01:34 AM
I also didn't know this. Thanks for the tip!
strawberry roan
Jun. 23, 2009, 08:12 AM
Sounds like a great idea--will buy some today! :) I always feel guilty pouring out the big water troughs after a few days....
Trevelyan96
Jun. 23, 2009, 06:58 PM
I also mixed it with some water and sprayed it on the cusions of my patio furniture for grins, and its actually reduced the green mildew on the fabric! Great stuff. My new miracle disenfectant, LOL!
KaraAD
Jun. 23, 2009, 07:08 PM
Wow, great tip, thanks!
chai
Jun. 24, 2009, 10:18 AM
Thanks for a great tip. It has been so rainy here in the Northeast that mildew is growing on the side of my barn. I can't wait to try this recipe to remove it.
ToiRider
Jun. 24, 2009, 10:43 AM
We have really humid, moldy summers in our area ... and my tack couldn't stay in the tackroom for more than a week without getting moldy.

Thank you for the tip re the mouthwash. Have you thought about getting a dehumidifier for your tackroom? You can get one for about $150. It might be worth the investment.