You don't want it, yet there's no way to live without it. We're talking about mold. Common ordinary household mold. Mold is present in every home, in every climate, in every part of the U.S., according to a study conducted by the University of Arizona. There's no way you can keep it from entering your home.
Today's home dwellers are increasingly aware of the impact of indoor air quality on their health. Over the past 30 years, the home environment has changed dramatically due to energy conservation efforts. As a result, indoor ventilation has decreased (estimated 10 times lower than 30 years ago), which leads to a considerable increase both in humidity and in concentrations of indoor air allergens. A major concern associated with exposure to indoor air allergens is allergic reactions, which range from nasal congestion to asthma. Notable triggers for these diseases are allergens derived from house dust mites, cockroaches, pets (cats, dogs, birds, rodents), and molds. The latter has been gaining considerable attention recently because of its ubiquitous nature compared to other allergy triggers.
Most of the time, a low level of mold spores will have little effect on you. But common household mold can make life unpleasant if it colonizes in your home and spews millions of airborne spores throughout your living area. This can be particularly bothersome if you're allergic to mold or you suffer from asthma or other respiratory problems.
Although mold spores are constantly invading your home, the good news is that common household mold can be killed with bleach-based products such as Tilex® Mold and Mildew Remover. This website gives you all the basics for keeping mold at minimal levels.
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