Dip the record cleaning pad into the mixture and wring it out.
Getting mildew smell out of vinyl records.
Mould can grow on vinyl too not directly onto the vinyl but the debris from mouth spray and nose splosh.
Vinyl items such as shower curtains often have a strong characteristic odor for days or even weeks after you take them out of their original packaging.
Mildew can smell pretty bad and you don t want that smell to linger in your home.
Repeat the process if necessary.
Many times when records are donated to archives or records are inherited by individuals they come with a musty or moldy smell to them.
Cleaning the surface helps a bit as well.
Get into the grooves carefully to remove the mold.
I m definitely going to use the vinegar idea and put them on a drying rack to air out.
Reduce the odor by allowing the vinyl to breathe outdoors or in a well ventilated area for several hours or even several days if possible.
How to remove musty smell from vinyl records posted by aziomedia september 1 2008 february 20 2009 1 comment on how to remove musty smell from vinyl records use household alcohol and a cotton ball to gently wipe the surface of a vinyl lp sleeve.
Gently wipe down the record.
Dry the record with a soft cloth and check it for dirt mold and mildew.
Look at the material of.
Set the record aside and grab the cover.
There are many ways you can get rid of the smell on your vinyl couch without ruining the material.
They smell like the old record store downtown but i know it s just the sleeves inner outer.