What you need to know about removing mold and mildew: With increased knowledge, we can better protect ourselves against potential health riskdoi:10.1016/S0026-0576(06)80281-3ummary With the increased knowledge gained by scientists over the past 10 years, we can better clean and protect ...
Mold and mildew are natural byproducts of summer. That doesn't mean that you want to share your house with the spores, however. Rather than turning to harsh chemicals, such as bleach or borax, to banish mold, there are eco-friendly, natural ways to kill mold at home that won't hurt ...
Mold can grow on other surfaces like fabrics. Surely you've forgotten about wet towels in your hamper, or you've left a load of clean, wet laundry in the washing machine too long and it's soured. Mold and mildew spores thrive in these dark humid environments, so it will ...
Mildew, another type of fungi, is the lesser of two evils. Many people cannot tell the difference between mold and mildew, but we are here to help! While mold and mildew have many similarities, including the environment in which each can grow and thrive, there are plenty of differences tha...
Mold vs. Mildew Distinctions: Mold and mildew are both types of fungi that thrive in damp environments, but they have distinct characteristics. While mildew is a type of mold, not all molds are mildew. Recognizing their differences is essential, but addressing any fungal growth promptly is cruci...
These growths can be challenging to get rid of. To make matters worse, they can harm the health of your home’s residents. Even short-term exposure to mold and mildew can cause problems such as: Wheezing Itchy skin Itchy eyes Stuffy nose Long-term exposure to mold and mildew can cause...
Bleach is a very useful chemical both around the house and for large-scale use. You can use bleach toremove stainson clothing or to whiten your laundry. It's used to disinfect surfaces, too, especially in the kitchen and bathroom. You may have tried bleach to remove mold and mildew. ...
The Dry Mode feature and a dehumidifier perform the same function. They both dry the air to make it less humid and clammy, and both reduce the risk of mold and mildew growth in your home. While a dehumidifier is an extra expense, using a dehumidifier can cost you less money month to...
Mold growth. Mold can grow in your dreadlocks (i.e., dread rot) if your hair isn’t properly dried after washing. It produces a mildew-like smell that’s really tough to get rid of. Environmental odors. Odors out of your control, like air pollution, scents from food, and smoke, can...
The presence of mold in your home not only destroys your property but can also cause some health hazards like respiratory infections. This is particularly severe if the mold starts spreading into other areas that were not affected by this damage. Such instances call for the intervention of mold...