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12 types of mould in the home and how to get rid of them

How to banish mould from your home for good
What is mould?
What causes mould?
Acremonium
Alternaria
Aspergillus
Aureobasidium
Chaetomium
Cladosporium
Fusarium
Mucor
Penicillium
Stachybotrys
Trichoderma
Ulocladium
How to get rid of mould
Tricky corners
Cleaning mould from hardwood
Purging soft furnishings
How to prevent mould
Reduce moisture
Keep moisture contained
An indicator of bigger problems?
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How to banish mould from your home for good

From an icky annoyance to a silent killer, mould comes in a vast range of varieties and levels of severity, not to mention lots of shapes and colours. In the winter, we're more likely to keep windows and doors closed and dry our washing indoors, making our homes the perfect breeding grounds for mould. 

It's not just ugly to look at either, as mould can cause serious health issues, including allergic reactions, respiratory infections, asthma and can even aggravate eczema.

Click or scroll to learn more about the most common types and how best to manage them before they can spread.

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Alexandra Upton

30 October 2024

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