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Mold on lps and record sleeves..HELP

Hi all..
Ok, so my vinly collection finally arrived from theUK...
It has obviously been ina damp environment..
There is white-ish mold spots (to varying) degrees on all records-some 250 or so..
Covers also show mold /damp residue..And smell funky...
So-obviously cleaning is in order-Which I am dreading..
Nitty gritty?
one step liquid or more??
Brushes-so many differing opinions..
ALSO!!!! How dangerous is this kind of mold to one's health?
Should I Lysol the outer sleeves (with the lp removed???
Obviously I will replace inner sleeves.But would like to keep outer ones if poss..
Your help please!!
britishmuzik

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britishmuzik OP
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...So bleach?? Really?
Wow-is there no actual record cleaner that is less severe, but still good for mold??
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britishmuzik OP
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So wipe the labels too w/ bleach solution?
Ok, then rinse with triple distilled water??
Or doesnt that matter too much as I will then immediately be cleaning em w DiscDoctor fluid or similar, on a machine??
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britishmuzik OP
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Rushton-and anyone else!
Thanks-now, should I wash (w the bleach solution) using a lot of water?-AND what brush-or should I just wipe 'em w a damp microfiber cloth dipped in bleach solution? Or should I used a MOFI/DiscDoc/Vpi?Nitty brush??
Obviously I will use different brushed for second cleaning stage...
I also have moldy cds, but people are teling me to use soap and water for them...?
Cheers All
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britishmuzik OP
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Excellent reply, Rushton! Thanks! I assume sprayng lysol into the empty lp outer sleeves(jacket) and letting em dry isnt good?
Seems it would wet the cardboard less than a damp sponge.but maybe not..
Thanks again!
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britishmuzik OP
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will do-thanks for all your help- i just had a look at a few lps just now--looks like none have any eally bad mold-i threw the worst out...but seems like I should err on side of caution and treat em all like this...
wow..lotta work...
Now question is-VPI 16.5 or Nitty Gritty 1.5???
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