Mould on walls, ceilings, furniture, furnishings, and clothing in cupboards and drawers is a health hazard. Appearance of mould on walls is an indication damp conditions. Mould on walls is often found in wet areas such as kitchens, bathrooms and laundries. It may also be found in areas that don’t get a lot of sunlight or areas that aren’t well insulated like bedrooms, … [Read more...] about Mould on walls and ceilings
Black Mold
What Is Black Mold? Black mold symptoms, toxic mold
What Is Black Mold? Stachybotrys chartarum Media sensationalism has caused a great deal of fear about black mold. But not all black molds are toxic, and not all "toxic molds" are black. So, what is black mold? Toxic black molds Stachybotrys chartarum and Aspergillus niger are 2 of the black molds that are toxic (toxigenic), ie., they produce mycotoxins. These two black … [Read more...] about What Is Black Mold? Black mold symptoms, toxic mold
Is black Mold On My Walls Bad?
Is black mold on my walls bad? Not every black mold is bad but all molds should be treated as potential health hazards. The only way to tell whether the mold is bad or not is to have it tested by a qualified mycologist (i.e., a person who is qualified to correctly identify yeasts and molds). But regardless of whether the mold is of health concern or not it should be removed for … [Read more...] about Is black Mold On My Walls Bad?
Symptoms of Black Mold- What Do You Do If Exposed To Black Mold?
Side Effects Of Black Mold With the current awareness of potential health problems associated with mold growth in houses people want to know if they have been exposed to harmful black mold. All molds are potentially harmful. However, a few types have frequently been associated with adverse human health effects. Generally people are concerned when they see black mold growth in … [Read more...] about Symptoms of Black Mold- What Do You Do If Exposed To Black Mold?
How To Get Rid of Mold Safely
How to get rid of mold mold safely As the saying goes "prevention is better than cure". Similarly, preventing rather than trying to get rid of mold in your home is the best strategy for managing mold growth. Proper maintenance of a building is the key to control of mold growth. Regardless of whether one is dealing with "black mold" or not, it should be removed safely. If … [Read more...] about How To Get Rid of Mold Safely