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Cleaning a potentally moldy case

Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2021 10:12 am
by NamePlate
I was preparing to put one of my horns in long term storage last night and brought out an old case that I thought was protected from the humidity. Upon opening it I found what looked like mold growth in it. Before I write the case off as a total loss, is there anyway to undo the growth and its effects? If its not advisable then I guess Ill be in the market for a case.

Re: Cleaning a potentally moldy case

Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2021 10:30 am
by Doug Elliott
There is no chance of getting rid of the mold, in my experience. Throw it away.
Cases need to be stored in a VERY dry environment, and probably open. Once mold starts it's pretty much too late.

Re: Cleaning a potentally moldy case

Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2021 1:24 pm
by Mamaposaune
There is one possibility, if you have some free time on your hands and are feeling crafty. The case looks like the molded plastic student-type. If so, you could pull the lining out, unscrew any wood pieces and cut duplicates before throwing them out, and scrub the plastic shell with some anti-fungal cleaner. Setting it in the warm sun afterwards couldn't hurt either. Then, refine with whatever type of fabric you like. You could also re-,position any wood pieces to get a better fit, if needed.
Of course most sane people would just chuck it and buy a new case, but I have never fit that definition anyhow.