Mildew is a living mold that lives on the dark, moist interior walls of shower and bath drain pipes. Mildew regenerates by releasing microscopic seeds called "spores." Negative air pressure from the bathroom vents and even a single toilet flush can drive these unhealthy spores airborne. Rising ...
Hi everyone, we have a mid century bungalow that is difficult to air enough. It smells bad, we really notice when we come home. Musty/damp smell. It s...
Increase the ventilation in your home by opening a window. Take a look at your air vents to see if they're blocked. ✦ When you're not letting fresh air in, turn up the thermostat a little. ✦ Dry laundry outside as much as you can. If this isn't possible, consider i...
A small amount of mold or mildew can be scrubbed clean with commercial cleaning agents. Open all the windows, door, and air vents before cleaning. Wear a disposable mask and a pair of bathroom gloves. Start scrubbing the mold or mildew hard until they disappear. 2. Call mold remediation se...
Or you could try things like placing dryer sheets over your air vent covers. That way every time the air conditioner kicks on in your home, a fresh scent will blow from your vents. Plus, if you have a lot of dirt in your air vents that you can’t seem to get out, this would be...
Leave plenty of space between your plants – consider trimming specific parts of the plant to prevent contact and overshading Sterilize vents, fans, and ducts routinely to prevent spore buildup/spread Other good practices would be to check the condition of your plant’s leaves routinely to spot...
Powdery mildew (PM) is one of the most important and widespread plant diseases caused by biotrophic fungi. Notably, while monocot (grass) PM fungi exhibit high-level of host-specialization, many dicot PM fungi display a broad host range. To understand su
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Mildew growing on a plastic shower curtain. Ursula Page/Shutterstock Remain ever-vigilant. If you live in a humid area or lack dehumidifying systems, growth can happen suddenly without much warning. Be proactive and deter common mold: •Use fans and vents.They help to circulate air, especially...