Facts:
- MOLD IS A SYMPTOM OF A MOISTURE PROBLEM!Mold needs moisture to grow (you create an astonishing amount of moisture in your home everyday)! If your house isn't properly ventilated the moisture builds up can causes a mold.
- Mold in the home can cause health problems for it's occupants, and leave mold spots on walls, fabrics etc...
- Not all mold is cause for concern: like around a window sill but not growing anywhere else.
- You cannot see or smell all molds
- small areas of mold can be cleaned yourself, while larger areas may need a professional.
- Bleach is not recommended. (mostly because of the fumes and it's overuse can be bad for the environment.
- There are small (3 patches less than 1 meter each), moderate3 patches larger than 1 meter to 3 meters) and large mold areas.
- HEPA filters in vacuums help which helps keep the mold spores from disbursing into the air.
- wear a dust mask and safety glasses and gloves when cleaning mold.
- Air that feels dry may not be as dry as you think...so before you humidify the air get the hydrometer to measure the relative humidity in the air so you don't create mold.
- Paint does not kill mold...clean it before you paint it because I promise it will still be there under your preety painted walls.
- Get rid of furniture that has mold (if you don't need or use it). Mold on these surfaces are hard to get rid of)
- Reduce moisture in the home (fix leaks, proper ventilation, exhaust fans, open windows, clean up spills etc...)
- Get a hydrometer at any local hardware store (your humidity should be around 35-45%)
- Get a dehumidifier if you need one.
- Do not pile items tightly against the wall in moist areas like a basement. regularly clean and replace filters.
- Do not have carpet in the bathroom, kitchen and sometimes it's not a good idea in the basement either.
- Don't over crowd your house with plants...they produce moisture!
- Fix exterior problems that will leak into your house.
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