Poking Around The Home

There are a variety of biological organisms and bioaerosols present in the homes. Mold constitutes a class of microscopic fungi and is just one of these types of microbes that infect households. Mold can thrive in certain indoor conditions conducive to growth, sufficient water or moisture and a source of nutrients will be a perfect breeding place for mold. Mold is omnipresent in nature, however, excessive mold in the indoors result in offensive odors from the organic compounds released by them during growth and death cycles and destruction of building parts caused by rot.

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» Soap Mold

By Mich Dundon | Published 06/21/2006 | Mold | Unrated

Soap has been made out of wood ashes, animal fat, salt and water and has served cultures the world over for centuries. Soap makers still rely on lye and fat. Soap that is made from saturated fats, which are invariably solid at room temperature, will be hard and rich. These include butter, palm oil, lard, or coconut oil. Unsaturated fats give soap other qualities.

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» Mold management

By Mich Dundon | Published 06/21/2006 | Mold | Unrated

The issue of keeping homes home mold-free is taking on many homeowners and builders by surprise, as what used to be considered a harmless fungi and common house problem is posing a severe health and sanitation risk, if not checked in time. The news is that mold can cause serious health, sanitation and structural damage if not controlled and here is where the need for mold management is felt.

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» Mold damage

By Mich Dundon | Published 06/21/2006 | Mold | Unrated

Molds in any home can cause mild to severe hygiene, sanitation and health problems, apart from also being the primary cause for structural damage. This is because mold can reproduce fast as the mold spores spread in the air and moisture present in the environment and cling to other similar surfaces, if not treated and fixed at the earliest.

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» Mold control

By Mich Dundon | Published 06/21/2006 | Mold | Unrated

Mold control is a far better option than mold treatment as it consists of simple precautions a homeowner can take to eliminate the possibilities of mold creation, spreading and subsequent damage to home and health. Of primary importance is the necessity to avoid humidifiers, because humidity promotes mold growth and to have good ventilation in moisture-laden areas: bathrooms, basements and other dark, moist places that commonly grow mold. Keeping a light on in closets and using a dehumidifier in basements to remove air moisture, is a good way of mold control.

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