The contents
- The dangers of mold
- Disease
- What else is mold in the apartment?
- Causes of
- How to get rid of mold
- Means of struggle
Mold is a fungus that spreads through spores in the air. The optimal temperature for development is 20°C, humidity – 90% or more. Once they were on wet surfaces, the mold grows micellae that in the process of life emit various substances, essential oils and carbon dioxide.
The harm mildew ↑
Mold in apartment is common. It is a danger to human health because of the toxic fumes that produce many types of fungus and their spores. Only one square meter, the mold produces millions of spores every day, they settle on surfaces and beginning to grow. What if she’s on the Wallpaper in the apartment will stay a few months?
Moreover, spores can enter the human body through the skin, nose and mouth. Contact with the skin, the fungus can cause many diseases, for this reason to visit the pool needed help confirming the absence of fungus on the skin and nails. If during the procedure of cleaning your teeth feel unpleasant taste and odor of mold, it means that a toothbrush is a carrier of the fungus, so it is recommended to immediately replace the accessory. A more common reaction is allergic, especially it often affects children and the elderly. Depending on susceptibility, severity of the disease may differ.
Disease ↑
The most frequent diseases in the presence of damp and mould in the apartment are: asthma, skin rashes, pneumonia, sinusitis, disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, nosebleeds, headaches.
Many types of mold that are common on the territory of the CIS, are the pathogenic forms. Mould in the corners, on the ceiling, in the bathroom – long contacts can lead to serious pathologies like liver and kidneys, emphysema.
What else is mold in the apartment? ↑
In addition to the negative impact on the body, it harms the property, this is especially true for wood products. One of the types of mold drevnerusskaya mushrooms are able to make wooden structures to dust in a short time.
Causes of ↑
Spores of the fungus are found everywhere, in water and air, falling in a favorable environment, they begin to rapidly grow. The fungus especially likes the lack of ventilation and high humidity. «Raw» room, the apartments are located near basement, improper use of humidifiers, a lot of various houseplants – it can lead to the destruction of mold in the apartment.
Among the finishing and building materials, regardless of their value, perhaps, to find such that is not susceptible to the fungus. It is commonly found in toilets, bathrooms, the fridge, the washing machine. Also often causes mould in the apartment on the ceiling.
The main sign of the appearance of fungus – odor of spice and moisture. Further spots appear whitish, black and gray color.
How to get rid of mildew ↑
How to bring her out of the apartment, if it is already there? The first step is to solve the problem of ventilation and humidity. Otherwise, whatever you do, it will appear again and again.
Disposal requires an integrated approach. Enough to scrape and wash the fungus, you need to create a certain microclimate where the mold can’t develop.
The main measures to eliminate mold in the apartment:
- Mechanically it is necessary to clean the flooring, ceiling, walls, all the cracks where there is mold;
- Treat the affected surface with a special tool;
- To get rid of things that have become unusable;
- Regularly ventilate the room to maintain optimal humidity levels.
Means of struggle ↑
After binding the above-mentioned measures should be treating the environment with special antiseptic substances, which without difficulty can be found on store shelves.
Antiseptic primer ↑
To get rid of mold by using special antiseptic primer. The tool can be purchased at any store building materials. The primer will solve several problems at once: destroy the mold and prevent its occurrence in the future.
The primer is easy to use and there is often no need to dilute it with water. However, with carefully to keep the user.
Before application, the surface is cleaned up to remove the top layer of plaster. Applied primer on the dry wall the simplest painting with a brush, and after drying, you can start wallpapering or painting.
Bleach ↑
Home remedies that are probably will be in the house every housewife is also possible to produce the elimination of mold in the apartment. For example, the bleach, which is no less effective than antiseptic primer.
Thanks to bleach, the main active ingredient of which is sodium hypochlorite, it is possible to clear the fungus of any type, including spores. Means just to clean the tile in the bathroom, mirrors, glass and floor coverings.
And they need to use rubber gloves as chlorine corrodes the skin of the hands. In addition, thoroughly ventilate the area after treatment. White is diluted in the ratio 1:10.
Vinegar ↑
The same mold can be combated by means of vinegar, which is acid, so is able to eliminate the fungus and prevent its further development. Vinegar has a specific smell, but unlike bleach does not emit toxic substances. It is applied on damaged surfaces through a spray and wipe with a damp cloth. After enduring solution for about an hour, the surface is treated with water. As preventive measures the procedure recommended weekly.
Hydrogen peroxide ↑
Fungus in the apartment be cleaned with hydrogen peroxide, which is antibacterial and antifungal drug. A solution of hydrogen peroxide is non-toxic and does not emit harmful substances. The product is suitable for removing mold from many materials, however, has bleaching properties.
Ammonia ↑
Ammonia can destroy the fungus on non-porous and non-solid materials such as glass, tile.
Medium diluted 1:1 with water and the resulting solution was sprayed on the walls. After a few hours, rinsed with water.
Baking soda ↑
Mold after flooding the apartment or in any other case, you can remove the baking soda. It destroys spores of the fungus, however, unlike other funds is safe and natural household cleaner and will not harm humans or furry Pets.
A spoonful of baking soda should be dissolved in 200 grams of water and treat the surface. Serious lose things mold soda can not wash away, it will stop the growth of fungus.
Where to complain ↑
If you have tried a lot of ways, but black mold is not removed from the apartment, you must contact the appropriate service. However, before a complaint is to make sure that it is not your Vienna. Further components of the application to the chief sanitary doctor in your area with the requirement to produce the necessary studies of the microclimate in the house.
If by results of examination it will be found that the relative humidity exceeds the allowable rate is 65%, then the premises uninhabitable. The sanitary inspector is obliged to issue a document about the research. Next, you should visit the representatives of the housing Department and make repairs at the expense of the state.
Removing mold from the apartment can be dangerous as its spores can enter the human body. And this is quite a serious hazard which can lead to serious health problems. So please watch the video telling what precautions should I follow when cleaning fungus. Do not defeat the safety!
