Molds such as fungus mold and slime mold are most often found in areas that have high humidity levels such as bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms or damp basements (especially after flooding). It is important to [...]
Carpet Cleaning, Mold in Carpets
Contributor: Carol Childress
Dear Mercia,
I really appreciated the carpet care newsletter and wanted to share a tip with you that other members might find useful.
You expressed some concern about “over wetting” of [...]
Mold Growth in Mattresses
Question: Can mold grow in mattresses? If so, how can I get rid of the mold? Anon.
Answer: Indeed mold can grow in mattresses and box springs as well. How do I know? [...]
Pets Tracking Mold Into the House?
Q. What is your professional opinion on pets being carriers/ transporters of mold spores to the inside of the home? Patricia, Georgia
A. There is, of course, no direct [...]
Kitchen Cleaning Tips After a Flood
Contributor: Mary Yearns, Iowa State Extension
Dishes, pots and pans that have been covered by floodwater should be carefully inspected, washed and disinfected before they are used again, advises Mary Yearns, [...]
Cleaning Tips for Water Damaged Walls
Contributor: Mary Yearns, Iowa State Extension
Walls need special care following contact with floodwaters, said Lois Warme, Iowa State University Extension art and design specialist. Plastered walls and wallpaper need different [...]
Fabric Cleaning Tips After a Flood
Contributor: Mary Yearns, Iowa State Extension
Clothing and household textiles often become wet and soiled if houses or basements are flooded after a storm, said Mary Yearns, Iowa State University Extension [...]
Household Mold Cleaning Tips
The health problems that occur as a result of mold can be felt immediately (acute) or can be longer term (chronic). The immediate problems that are often associated with exposure to high [...]
Cleaning mattresses and bedding after flooding
Contributor: Mary Yearns, Iowa State Extension
Families cannot always move furnishings such as bedding out of danger of possible contamination from germ-laden floodwaters, said Lois Warme, Iowa State University Extension art [...]
Crawl Space Mold Remediation
We have a crawlspace problem. We noticed that the insulation and wood is wet. The plumber detected no leaks and said it was due to condensation. We had two different mold [...]
