Five Facts About Mold [2020]
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Mold can actually cause severe allergic reactions. They can cause infections in people with weak immune systems. Here are 5 facts on mold you may not know. To find out more go to https://www.bigred.com.sg/moulds/
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Five Facts About Mold [2020]
- 1. FIVE FACTS ABOUT MOLD YOU MAY NOT KNOW MOLD IS EVERYWHERE Mold exists everywhere, having the vital role of helping organic matter decompose. Tiny mold spores are everywhere, including your home. Problems arise when the spores start growing in moist areas of your home. THERE ARE OVER 100,000 DIFFERENT TYPES OF MOLD There are over 100,000 known species of mold. Not all types of mold can make you sick. However, the species found in your homes can be harmful. Common mold in buildings are Cladosporium, Asperfillus. Penicillium and Stachybotrys. PAINTING OVER MOLD DOESNT REMOVE IT Dont paint over mold-infested surface. Mold will eat through the paint and reappear on the wall. Before applying a new coat of paont, you need to completely remove the mold. Choose a mold-resistant type of paint. BLEACH DOESNT KILL MOLD Bleach kills live mold but not mold spores. Using bleach and water to remove mold can make it grow even faster. If needed to remove large scale growth of mold, call in the experts like Big Red Singapore to get the job done. STARTS GROWING IN 24 TO 48 HOURS In the right conditions, mold can grow in as fast as 24-48 hours after a water damage event. The perfect conditions for mold growth are a food source (organic material like drywall) and moisture. 3018 BEDOK NORTH ST 5, EASTLINK BUILDING #01-15, SINGAPORE 486132 TEL: EMAIL: WEBSITE:9321 9321 INFO@BIGRED.COM.SG WWW.BIGREDCC.COM