Families in Pulaski County
Mold Prevention
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Joy Buffalo
County Extension Agent - Family and Consumer Sciences – Pulaski County
Mold in your home can be dangerous to your health. It is destructive to your
home and belongings.
Mold can cause infections, allergies, asthma and other breathing problems
especially in young children, the elderly, pregnant women and people who are
already sick.
It can cause permanent and expensive damage to walls, window frames, carpets,
clothes and furniture. It looks dirty and smells bad.
Mold grows on damp surfaces in your home. Mold spores are always present in
the air and the right conditions allow them to grow. Mold growth can be black,
brown or white and looks like a furry stain.
So what can you do? Keep the walls, floors, clothing and possessions clean
and dry. Wash all your indoor surfaces with soap and water and dry them after
cleaning. Wash all clothes before putting them away and leaving dirty socks and
boots outside. Clean floors and carpets regularly.
If mold growth is present, protect yourself. Wear gloves and open windows
while cleaning. Wash the area using a stiff brush and hot soapy water and dry it
well. Then disinfect the area using one cup of liquid bleach per gallon of
water, then dry the area well after disinfecting.
The key to mold control is moisture control. Run fans, or open windows
whenever you’re cooking or bathing. Don’t leave those wet clothes, towels or
shoes lying around. Dry condensation on the windows and walls. Also, dry wet
coats and boots outside if possible.
Bring only dry firewood inside and use a dehumidifier or chemicals to absorb
moisture in enclosed spaces. Have all leaks, pipes, roofs, walls and windows
repaired. Keep standing water away from the home. Keep the air moving in all
areas of your home. Leave the closet doors open and open windows and doors on
dry days. Don’t close off the room, but rather use fans to circulate air in
enclosed spaces and corners. Keep furniture and stored items away from the
walls.
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To learn more,
contact your county Extension agent, and follow the links in this section.
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