mildewcide
Anti-fungal treatment agent
A mildewcide is a chemical agent that kills mildew—the fuzzy fungal growth that forms on damp surfaces.
The term appears on cleaning products, paints, and building materials: This bathroom caulk contains a mildewcide to prevent black spots.
Like fungicide and pesticide, the -cide suffix indicates a killing agent.
Gap-blocking substance
- caulkWaterproof gap filler
- bathroom cleanerSolution for sanitizing fixtures
- fabric protectorChemical coating preventing stains
- wood preservativeSubstance protecting lumber from decay
coating · spray · primer · stain blocker · moisture barrier · waterproofing · exterior paint · latex paint
Kills or inhibits germs
- active ingredientSubstance producing the effect
- preservativeAgent preventing spoilage
- formulationDevised mixture or expression
- concentrateReduced, potent form
additive · compound · solution · agent · inhibitor · toxicant · algaecide · sporicide
sealant
Gap-blocking substance
- caulkWaterproof gap filler
- bathroom cleanerSolution for sanitizing fixtures
- fabric protectorChemical coating preventing stains
wood preservative · coating · spray · primer · stain blocker · moisture barrier · waterproofing · exterior paint · latex paint · wallpaper paste
antimicrobial
Kills or inhibits germs
- active ingredientSubstance producing the effect
- preservativeAgent preventing spoilage
- formulationDevised mixture or expression
concentrate · additive · compound · solution · agent · inhibitor · toxicant · algaecide · sporicide · disinfectant
moisture control
Managing water vapor levels
- ventilationCirculation of fresh air
- humidityMoisture in atmosphere
- dampnessMild presence of water
bathroom · basement · shower · crawlspace · tile · grout · caulking · silicone · sealant · waterproofing
mildewcidefertilizer
Soil nutrient supplement
growth hormone · nutrient · preservative · protectant · culture
mold, mildew, mildly, mildness, pesticide, homicide, milder, mildest, insecticide