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Facts and Myths about Mold and Mildew

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There are ways to detect and deal with mold and mildew different and it is important that you know the difference to avoid injury or sickness. Here are some facts and myths of mold and mildew to help you know the difference, but if you are ever in any doubt, contact a professional mold removal company. MYTH: Mold And Mildew Are The Same Things Mold and mildew are very different things, but they often get confused with each other. There are some fairly easy ways to figure out which is which. Mold is typically black or green and can be found in your home, nature, or on food. The texture can be fuzzy or slimy, but it usually is raised or has some kind of texture. Mildew, on the other hand, can spread out, but it usually stays close to the surface of the thing it is attaching to. Mildew can be grey or white and both are found in damp, dark places. FACT: Black Mold is Dangerous Black mold can be very bad for your health when the spores are in the air. Breathing in the spore...