Posts Tagged black mold
What are molds?
Posted by GuestPoster in Health & Fitness on March 31st, 2011
Everyone want to keep their home as neat and as healthy as possible. But some homes can’t escape from the accumulation of moisture due to high humidity level of more than 55% and sometimes water leakage from dysfunctional plumbing and sink. These unlikely situations can lead to the growth of fungi called molds in your home. They can cause a lot of damage in your home as well as your health.
Typically molds look greenish-black in appearance and they have a musty odor which is unpleasant to the nose. Having molds in your home is not a healthy sign at all. This means that your family is at risk of having mold allergy attack. Some of the symptoms of mold allergy include clogged nose and flu-like symptoms. You should be aware of black mold pictures in order to detect them right away. Black molds are the type of molds that is dangerous to your health. They contain mycotoxins that are poisonous to your health. They can be found anywhere where there is lack of sunlight and abundance of moisture. They can damage anything in your home once they adhere on it for a long time. The walls, the carpet and the ceiling are just few of the things that can be infested with molds.
Every problem has a solution including mold growth in your home. Mold treatment can be done as early as possible if you detect molds and attend to them promptly. Mold testing kits are helpful tools in the detection of molds. You just need to take a sample then send it to the laboratory for a confirmation. If they are minimal you can use bleach solution while scrubbing them off from the surfaces. However if they are already extensive, you can seek professional help to get rid of them.
Making sure your remove Black Mold Correctly
Posted by admin in Home and Furnishings on August 26th, 2009
This short article is designed to highlight the importance of removing black mold properly and effectively. Unless you do the job correctly any mold removal is likely to be a waste of time due to the fast growing properties of mold.
Before beginning any form of black mold removal verify that you know the extent of the problem. If the mold resides in the walls or floors make sure you have access to the complete area of contamination. Any less will simply allow the mold to grow back at a later date in as little as just 24 hours.
The cleaning operation provides the area with a certain degree of moisture; this is necessary and cannot be avoided. Unless carried out properly this moisture will provide the black mold spores a perfect opportunity for growth.
What Is Black Mold?
Posted by admin in Home and Garden on June 17th, 2009
With as much information that’s available on the Internet, it’s very easy to find out what black mold is. However, not a lot of information is available on the spores that are actually the very reason mold grows.
Spores are actually a small single-celled asexual reproductive body that is produced by fungi. The spores are then capable of developing into a new individual without sexual fusion. In simpler terms this means that the spores can move from area to area and allow mold to continue to grow which is bad news for homeowners.
That is why when you see a professional seal off an area with a sheet of plastic when working in a specific area where black mold is present; they’re actually preventing the spores from reaching other areas of the home.
So now that you know what a black mold spore is, you may want to think twice before you just scrub away the toxic fungus without sealing off the area first.
Symptoms of Black Mold Exposure
Posted by admin in Home and Garden on June 3rd, 2009
Do you know the symptoms of black mold exposure? If you’re like me, you probably don’t. It took me several years before I ever realized that I had been exposed to the toxic mold. Several years is way too long. So, here’s what you should keep an eye out for:
Chest Congestion – Although chest congestion can be associated with a common cold, keep an eye out of it’s not that time of the season. It might not be just your common cold.
Memory Loss – Did you forget where you left your keys? You may think it’s normal, but when you can’t remember on a daily basis what you had for dinner the night before, it may be a sign of something far more serious.
Headaches – Headaches are no fun and when you’re getting them several times a week, your body is telling you something.
Lack of Concentration – If you’re unable to keep your mind on something you really enjoy, you might want to consider the fact that it may not be just another coincidence.
Urinary Tract Infections – If you’re not prone to UTI infections, you might want to see if there’s a possibility it could be linked to poisonous mold.
Dizziness – If you’re feeling dizzy and you haven’t skipped a meal or been around any toxic chemicals, it might be a sign of a mold problem.
Bleeding of the Lungs – Although rare but very serious, some people and especially infants may experience bleeding of the lungs when they’ve been exposed to toxic mold.
The above are just a few of the many symptoms of black mold poisoning. If you suspect you are at risk for the toxic fungus, please make an appointment with your doctor immediately. Your life could very well depend on it.