Mold-Resistant Paint: Keeping Walls Healthy
You might be wondering if mold-resistant paint is really effective against the unsightly and harmful mold stains that, unfortunately not so rarely, appear in our homes. Why does mold form? Is it really harmful to health, or is it just unattractive? What can be done to eliminate it? Is mold-resistant paint truly effective? Trust the experience of the professionals at My Company. We help you assess the health of your walls and offer practical solutions to fight mold.
Why Does Mold Form?
Mold in homes forms due to high humidity levels in the environment. This is why rooms like the bathroom and kitchen are most susceptible to mold attacks. Water splashes and the steam produced by frequent use of hot water, ovens, and stoves settle on cold surfaces (floors, coverings, windows) forming condensation. This is how a favorable environment for mold formation is created. But condensation is not the only culprit. Lack of adequate thermal insulation, north-facing exposure, and poor ventilation are also factors that facilitate mold formation.
Is Mold Really So Harmful?
You’ve probably entered an apartment with mold problems and immediately perceived the characteristic unpleasant and pungent odor. While certainly very unsightly, mold is mostly dangerous to health. Wall mold (which appears as typical black stains) might seem like just an unpleasant problem to look at. In fact, the problem is more serious. Among the most common problems caused by toxins released into the air by mold are allergies, eye and respiratory tract inflammations, but it can also be the triggering cause of other infections or serious diseases.
Is Mold-Resistant Paint Effective?
Mold-resistant paint is definitely a valid product for your home, especially for those rooms that are more exposed to humidity like the kitchen and bathroom. There are paints that, thanks to their high vapor permeability, counteract mold formation, and breathable paints, particularly suitable for bathrooms and kitchens, with anti-condensation properties.
For optimal results, however, it is not enough to just paint the room where the mold is. First of all, you will have to determine what the underlying problem is and then you can implement the optimal solution for your situation. Some problems must be solved with the help of an expert, while others can be resolved by taking simple precautions.
What an Expert Can Do
Sometimes the humidity problem is due to infiltrations or lack of adequate thermal insulation. In this case, you need the help of a professional who evaluates the situation and exposes the possible solutions to your problem. For example, infiltrations could be caused by the deterioration of the roof membrane, or they could come from the ground due to poor wall waterproofing.
If your bathroom is not equipped with a window, you should install a fan or an extractor. In these cases, it’s not enough to paint with mold-resistant paint; it is necessary to intervene to solve the problem at its root.
What You Can Do
The professional has come to your home, discovered and repaired the cause of the infiltrations, and painted using mold-resistant paint. Now your room is sparkling, with no trace of mold. With some precautions, you can keep your home free from mold. What can you do?
Ventilate the Room
Remember that the presence of people is a source of humidity. Indeed, with their breath and sweat, they release water vapor into the room. It is logical, therefore, that the problem is more evident in the kitchen and bathroom where steam and water splashes are the norm. Regularly open the windows, ventilate the environment, and use the kitchen hood to reduce the humidity level and prevent mold problems.
Dry the Walls
When the vapor produced by the use of hot water, ovens, and stoves settles on colder surfaces, condensation forms. Drying these surfaces accelerates the process of lowering the humidity level inside the room.
Dry Clothes Outdoors
If possible, try to dry clothes outdoors. Get into the habit of air drying towels after use. If you are forced to hang indoors, place the clothes horse near a window and often ventilate the room. You might also consider the possibility of using a dehumidifier.
The team at My Company helps you find the optimal solutions to combat or prevent humidity problems, advises you on the right mold-resistant paint for your home’s needs, and realizes your project.
Mold Problems? Expert Help
Before using mold-resistant paint, the professional painter assesses your problem and suggests the best solution to eliminate mold. The team at My Company is the right solution for you. For our work, we use only certified high-quality materials combined with the most modern decorative techniques to satisfy even the most demanding clients. We turn your ideas into reality.
