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Ten Things You Should Know About Mold
- Potential health effects and symptoms associated with mold exposure include allergic
reactions, asthma, and other respiratory complaints.
- There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor environment.
The way to control indoor mold growth is to control moisture.
- If mold is a problem in your home or school, you must clean up the mold and eliminate the
sources of moisture.
- Fix the source of the water problem or leak to prevent mold growth.
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- Reduce indoor humidity (to 30-60%) to decrease mold growth
by:
- venting bathrooms, dryers, and other moisture-generating sources to the outside;
- using air conditioners and de-humidifiers;
- increasing ventilation; and
- using exhaust fans whenever cooking, dishwashing, and cleaning.
- Clean and dry any damp or wet building materials and furnishings within 24-48 hours to
prevent mold growth.
- Clean mold off hard surfaces with water and detergent, and dry completely. Absorbent
materials such as ceiling tiles that are moldy may need to be replaced.
- Prevent condensation. Reduce the potential for condensation on cold surfaces (i.e.,
windows, piping, exterior walls, roof or floors) by adding insulation.
- In areas where there is a perpetual moisture problem, do not install carpeting (i.e.,
by drinking fountains, by classroom sinks, or on concrete floors with leaks or frequent
condensation.)
- Molds can be found almost anywhere. They can grow on virtually any substance,
providing that moisture is present. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper,
carpet, and foods.
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