Mold avoidance

3/1/2022 (Permalink)

Mold avoidance

Eliminate moisture in your home to make it unfriendly to mold growth. Here are some mold protection DOs and DON'Ts.

DO utilize air conditioners or dehumidifiers to keep the humidity in your home between 30% and 60%.
Install exhaust fans in the kitchen and bathroom.
DO use bleach and other mold-killing solutions to clean your restrooms.
BEFORE APPLYING WALL AND CEILING PAINTS, ADD MOLD INHIBITORS.
DO check hoses, pipelines, and fittings to ensure that any leaks do not create moisture. To be safe, replace hoses to large appliances such as washers and dishwashers every five years: a common water hose costs as little as $10.

DO keep your roof in good condition to keep water from entering your home.
DON'T LET LEAVES AND OTHER DEBRIS clog your gutters; clean them on a regular basis.
DON'T USE CARPETS IN WET AREAS LIKE BATHROOMS OR BASEMENTS.
DO NOT ALLOW WATER TO COLLECT UNDER HOUSEPLANTS.

https://www.iii.org/article/protecting-your-house-mold

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