subject: Tired Of Pungent Odor? Get Rid Of Mold From Your Home! [print this page] Tired Of Pungent Odor? Get Rid Of Mold From Your Home!
Mold, mildew, winter mold, black mold or bathroom mold...whatever the name, mold of any type is nauseating. They are never attractive and are known to ooze out a nasty and musty smell. Basements, cellars and bathroom are some of the fertile zones for mold growth due to moisture saturation and limited air circulation. Mold should be the number one enemy in a home because besides the bad odor, mold growth can cause plenty of damage by rotting wood and books or discoloring fabric etc. So, before doing anything else, start by eliminating dark and damp places in your home. These are the most ideal locations for mildew and mold germination.Mold and mildew control should begin with maintenance of high standards of cleanliness. Enhance air circulation within the home by using air purifiers or dehumidifiers. Waterproofing wall and wood surfaces is a sure fire way of stopping the growth and spread of mold. Never allow mildew and mold in your home because they are toxic and can cause allergies, respiratory problems and skin irritations.Ensure that you wear protective clothing before starting a fight on molds. A dust mask is a must no matter how else you choose to wage your war. Conduct a little mass evacuation for animals and family from the home so that they are not subjected to exposure. While carrying out the operation dive out for regular breaks because the accumulation of dust in the air added to contact with the mold might induce headaches, sweat, and coughing fits leading to dizziness.Avoid recontamination by placing the entire removed mold in closed/sealed containers and cleaning all the protective clothing and other items used. Make a no contamination zone for disposing off the mold. Purify the air later using air extractors and make sure the cleaned area and surrounding is thoroughly dry to prevent the start of another circle of growth.Leaks anywhere in the house encourage the rapid spread of mold, so always check and plug any leaking conduits. Always keep moisture from around pipes. Use your sense of smell to identify potential growth. Heavy and musty air is a bad sign. Run cold water in advance to minimize the level of steam that your shower produces and remember to ventilate the bathroom well by drawing back curtains in order to increase air circulation. Hang all wet items to dry after every bath so that there are no wet spots all over the place. And finally, prevention is better than cure, or so it is said. Rather than wait to remove mold, take preventive measures by wiping all surfaces clean and dry all the times. You can also liberally sprinkle books and such like with cornstarch or... even some talcum powder.
