What causes Mould
Black mould caused by moisture and is often a result of condensation. When warm moist air comes into contact with a cool surface, the moisture condenses on to it. After a while, mould will start to grow.
Condensation commonly occurs on surfaces such as windows and walls, in particular external walls. This is because they are often the coldest surfaces. Black mould will generally start growing in crevices such as windowsills and seals – because there is even less airflow. It’s very common to find black mould in bathrooms due to the high humidity.
Mould on interior walls doesn’t just look unpleasant, it can also be bad for your health. Depending on the amount of mould, it could also suggest a larger problem in your home.
Mould is the result of a large fungi infection. It has a black or green appearance and looks slimy in comparison to mildew. If left untreated, mould can release toxins into the air and may have a negative effect on your health.
Can I Not Just Wipe Off Black Mould?
Sadly, no. Soap and water is just not enough to remove black mould permanently. It needs to be properly treated to avoid mould reoccurring in the future. Simply wiping away black mould will not fix the underlying issue of what is causing mould to form in the first place, excess moisture and poor ventilation.
Treatment
Unfortunately, chemical treatments only work on plastered walls. Mould on plasterboard walls is a more serious problem as plasterboard is constructed of layers, so using chemical treatment will only remove the surface mould. The main issue is active mould growing throughout the plasterboard. Unfortunately, the only way to get rid of mould for good is to replace the plasterboard.
Cyteq are experts in treating Mould
Cyteq provide the very best property preservation service to treat black mould for domestic and commercial properties.
If you are concerned about black mould in your home or commercial premised and want to speak to someone but don’t know where to turn, then rest assured we are here to help.