Mold – What is it and Where Does it Occur?

Mold is a problem in both old and new houses. It develops in damp areas, such as bathrooms, and often spreads on tiles and grout. Mold frequently appears around bathtubs or showers when moist air condenses on cold surfaces.

Where does mold come from?

Mold is present in the air and doesn't always need condensation to grow. However, mold sometimes forms in the house along with condensation. In colder seasons, mold often appears when there is less ventilation or when indoor surfaces are particularly cold. Molds and mold spores are not picky and can often spread within the home. The Mold Test Set can help you analyze and remove the mold.

What does mold look like, and how do mold damages occur?

Mold in the house is initially harmless, but it can become a real problem for the building's residents, including children, at certain concentrations. Molds need moisture to continue growing.

What does mold look like in buildings?

You can recognize mold by small brown or black spots that can form on wallpaper, joints, walls, or windows. Sometimes the discoloration on the affected surfaces can be greenish or bluish if you look closely at the mold.

Where does mold come from? How do these mold damages occur?

Mold mostly occurs in renovated older buildings or new buildings. Improper ventilation, structural defects, or a combination of both are often blamed for mold growth. Researching and understanding what mold is can help in removing the causes of mold.

How can I have my rooms checked for mold?

Simply order an original Mold Test from airself for home use. You will receive a package with 6 nutrient mediums. A detailed user guide and a comprehensive manual including an evaluation scale are included in the package. Using these nutrient mediums, you can measure the air quality in your rooms. The test result indicates whether the air in your rooms is "low," "average," "slightly elevated," "high," or "very high" in terms of contamination. With the set, you can test up to six rooms.

The mold test set allows you to easily determine the level of contamination in your home.

A more detailed analysis is provided by the Mold Analysis Abklatsch – Umweltcheck.ch offers you a competent and professional analysis to identify the type of mold. Our laboratory is certified according to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025, and you can get advice on how to deal with mold.