Mould is frequently found in apartments with moisture issues. It is potentially a health hazard and can cause serious illness to some people, especially those with weak immune system. There are over 100, 000 different types of mould in the world but experts believe that there are more yet to be discovered. Mould refers to the type of fungi whose body structure is mainly … [Read more...] about Mould In Apartments: What You Should Know!
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Mould Health Effects: Facts about Moulds in your Home
Most peoples' first concern about moulds, and rightly so, is for their health. Moulds can cause health problems, but they don't always do so. There is a lot of mis-information online and other media about mould and health effects. Though research on mould health effects is ongoing, little is documented on this subject. This has to do with a few factors, most of which are … [Read more...] about Mould Health Effects: Facts about Moulds in your Home
Mould Hazard Classes
Mould Hazard Classes Some countries have adopted a mold hazard class system to place molds in different categories based on their health risks. They are broken into Mould Hazard classes A, B and C: Mould Hazard Class List Mould Hazard Class A:Moulds in this group are either directly hazardous to health due to risk of infection or creation of toxins. They should … [Read more...] about Mould Hazard Classes
How To Clean Mouldy Books
Books tend to develop mould if they are allowed to get damp for extended periods of time. Mould damage the books by staining them and also breaking down the paper. It is important that books are clean and dry before they are packed. Books that feel damp or have a musty odour should be aired and dried in a well ventilated room. Surface dirt and dust should be removed with a soft … [Read more...] about How To Clean Mouldy Books
Testing for Mould in the Home: DIY Mould Testing
Testing for mould in the home is easy if you are not dealing with a serious problem. For serious problems, testing for mould in the home should be left to professionals such as industrial hygienists. If you see visible mould, you could easily collect a sample and send it to a mould testing laboratory for identification. Mould tape lift sampling is one of the cheapest and … [Read more...] about Testing for Mould in the Home: DIY Mould Testing