1917 Bono Road New Albany, Indiana 47150 Phone: (812) 948-4726 Fax: (812) 948-2208 |
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Helpful Mold Tips for Homes and Apartments:
Keep the humidity low within your dwelling;
Use air conditioning or a dehumidifier when possible;
Always promote or allow for adequate ventilation;
Do not use humidifiers;
Clean walls regularly and add mold inhibitor to paint;
Limit house plants - they can be pollen carriers;
Avoid foam rubber and feather pillows;
Decrease dust exposure by minimizing the number of books and magazines;
Vacuum carpets regularly or better yet keep your floors bare;
Install an exhaust fan in each bathroom - if this is not possible, be sure to open the windows regularly;
Be sure to vent your clothes dryer to the outdoors;
To remove mold growth from hard surfaces use commercial products, soap and water, or a bleach solution of no more than 1 cup of bleach in 1 gallon of water.
