Condensation mould (A part of the Aspergillus family of mould) forming on the back of a wardrobe
This great image taken on a condensation consultation in Manchester clearly shows the forming of condensation mould. Condensation mould doesn’t necessarily form in areas you can see and can prove to be a hidden menace! This example of condensation mould was caused as a result of the wardrobe pushed up against a cool external wall. As the wardrobe was close to the wall there was little or no air movement so when condensation formed in the bed room there was no air flow to dry the moisture. Within the space of around a week the condensation mould had begun to form as the timber of the wardrobe provided a food source for the mould. Our picture shows mould growth after around 3 or 4 weeks of development.
Do you need advice on curing condensation?
If you have a problem with condensation or condensation mould help is at hand. Envirowise, the specialist air quality team within Timberwise are experts in condensation and condensation mould and are able to provide a condensation consultation to determine the causes of condensation with the property and recommend the right solution to control condensation and condensation mould. We have a variety of solutions at our disposal ranging from positive pressure ventilation units through to whole house ventilation and kitchen and bathroom fans. In some cases we may also recommend products from our range of dehumidifiers. Condensation mould removal kits are also available and can be bought securely on-line in the Property Care Experts Shop.
Today’s picture from our surveyors files is of condensation black spot mould (also known as Aspergillus Niger).
The picture shows black spot mould at the cold spot of the wall / junction as well as mould on the plasterboard finish where the “dabs” holding the plasterboard have created a cold spot. The “dabs” are the only contact between the plasterboard and the cold wall, therefore the temparature of the cold wall is transferred through the “dab” on to the surface of the plasterboard. This causes moisture trapped in the air to “condensate” out at this cold spot. This is otherwise known as “Cold bridging”.
Condensation black spot mould is a direct effect of condensation. Black spot mould usually appears in areas where there is very little air movement such as window reveals, floor / ceiling and floor / wall junctions and behind furniture that is positioned behind colder walls. The conditions that black mould needs to develop then are cooler parts of a property where the average relative humidity is 70% or more on a regular basis.
Black spot mould and health
There is much concern surrounding the effect of condensation mould spores in the air on the health of you and your children.
Generally speaking, mould spores, like pollen, are air-borne and everywhere, and do not affect those in good health. Problems do occur though when mould is allowed to grow and produce spores in great numbers, and these can exacerbate problems in those suffering from asthma, or with respiratory or pulmonary conditions.
Treating condensation mould
Condensation mould can be treated very easily. Simply washing off condensation mould and re-painting areas doesn’t work! The only way to remove all the mould spores is to use a condensation mould eradication kit. These mould kits remove mould once and for all! To see how simple the kits are to use check out our condensation mould expert in this video It is though important to reduce the amount of moisture in the air and improve the ventilation in the property (using bathroom and kitchen fans or positive pressure units) or the mould will return!
It’s the time of year when thousands of people wake up to windows looking like the scene below. Condensation occurs when moist air come into contact with air or a surface that is at a lower temperature. This is generally seen when warm air in living areas in homes penetrates to the cooler parts of the property. Condensation can lead to other problems in the home such as black spot mould which in turn can lead to health problems such as asthma.
Condensation help is at hand!
The specialist Air Quality team at Timberwise, Envirowise, can help with your condensation problems. With our range of positive pressure systems it’s never been easier to control condensation without losing heat within the home. Our range of positive pressure units are designed with the end user in mind – simple to use and very effective! We also have a range of kitchen and bathroom fansfrom our Energysaver range – economical to run and packed with state of the art technology to help control condensation and air quality in the home. We also have a range of dehumidifiers to help remove the moisture and help stop the condensation as well. With a full range available there’s sure to be one that suits your property and budget.
For properties that have blackspot mould as a result of condensation we have availabe a condensation mould kit. Designed to kill the mould spores and prevent the mould coming back. The condensation mould kits are easy to apply and can be purchased in our on-line shop.
Timberwise can also provide a condensation consultation in your property. Here our condensation specialist will be able to identify the causes of the condensation in your property and recommend a condensation solution to help. To arrange a condensation consultation click here.
To solve your condensation problems there really is only one name you need to know! Trust the condensation experts trust Timberwise.
It’s that time of year again when condensation rears it’s ugly head in properties! The modern menace of condensation can strike anywhere! From the tell tale signs of condensation on windows to the musty smell of hidden black spot mould behind a wardrobe it can sneak up on home owners without any notice. To help people with condensation problems and people searching for condensation cures we have put together a Timberwise Property Focus Podcast that looks at the causes of condensation and how we can help control condensation in properties. Calling on our many years of expertise with condensation and damp problems we are able to offer a full range of condensation solutions to help cure your condensation problem. From increasing airflow with our range of ventilation products through to positive pressure units, mould eradication kits and helpful advice we can help cure your condensation issue.
If you have a condensation problem and need help finding the best way to control the condensation in your property help is only a call or click away! To arrange for a condensation consultaion from one of our Air Quality experts simply complete our on-line condensation survey request form or call 0800 288 8660
Now that we are moving further into Autumn we are seeing more and more cases of condensation and black mould in properties. Black mould (also known as black spot mould or condensation mould) is a sign that there is an on-going problem due to condensation within the property. Black mould spores are omni-present within the environment and only when in the right conditions (where surface moisture is present) will they germinate and reproduce the black moulds that are commonly seen as a result of excessive condensation.
Here we have an example of an on-going condensation problem that our Envirowise team of Air Quality experts have recently advised upon within a ground floor flat. The picture clearly shows black moulds forming on the wall in a typical tortoise shell pattern. Left untreated the black mould would spread and cover the entire wall. Black mould spores are a well known trigger for asthma so need to be removed to maintain a healthy living environment. In the same picture we can see the solution to the condensation and mould problem that another company had suggested. Passive air vents, as seen in the picture, help with the movement of moisture laden air within properties which in turn helps reduce condensation levels within the property. However, in some cases more movement of air is needed to help alleviate the condensation problem.
The solution to this black mould and condensation problem was simple – replace the moisture laden air within the property with clean fresh air!
Initially a mould eradication kit was used to remove the black mould and spores from the wall surfaces and sterilise the area previously inhabited by the black moulds. Mould eradication kits are the only way to effectively treat mould infected areas. Mould eradication kits are available to buy direct from our on-line shop. To learn more about what the mould eradication kit contains we have a short video where our Air Quality expert gives more details. To view the video click here.
To move air within the property we installed a positive pressure unit. The positive pressure unit draws fresh, dry, filtered ambient air in from outside, and gently pushes it into the property. This causes a slight internal positive pressure, continually pushing out any moisture-laden air ultimately reducing the humidity levels to control condensation. For further advice on how our positive pressure units work visit our ventilation pages.
If you suspect that you have condensation problems with your property our team of Air Quality experts are here to help. Simply call 0800 288 8661 or click to arrange a condensation survey on-line
When it comes to removing mould caused by condensation there is only one clear way to banish mould for good!
Stop the mould coming back !
Trying to wash off condensation mould just doesn’t work! You could try washing the area populated with mould and re-painting but the problem will just come back! Just think of the time and money wasted ! Unless you change how you live in your home, improve the air flow by the installation of extractor fans, or use a Condensation Mould Kit within the affected area, all your efforts will be in vain and you will find the mould returns in a short space of time.
Envirowise Condensation Mould Kits are specifically designed to provide a straight forward, cost effective solution to prevent condensation mould returning to the affected area. As can be seen in the video below the kit is simple to use:
Expert Mould Removal Advice
The Envirowise Condensation Mould Kit is ideal for properties that have a mild condensation mould problem. However, if the condensation mould is quite extensive and you are unsure of the effective use of our Condensation Mould Kits to eradicate the problem, call Envirowise today and we can arrange for one of our surveyors to call or visit your property to see if using the Condensation Mould Kit is the right option for you!
Purchasing an Envirowise Condensation Mould Kit
The 12 m² Envirowise Condensation Mould Kits will give you long lasting protection and a professional job for just £53 (inc VAT and Delivery) Compare this to other more expensive treatments for condensation and mould which can run into £thousands and you can see what value for money this mould removal kit is.
We can also supply a larger mould removal kit that covers a surface of upto 50 m² – please ask for details.
To help control condensation and other air quality issues Timberwise can provide a full range of ventilation and air management solutions to help alleviate the effects of condensation and poor air quality within domestic and commercial properties. When looking at installing a fan in your property it is important that the correct fan is installed and life style advice adhered to otherwise the condensation problem will continue.
At Timberwise, our surveyors come across many examples of fan units that are no longer helping keep condensation levels down . Here we can see an example of a fan unit fitted in a kitchen where the sensor head that identifies when the humidity is such that the fan should automatically operate has become clogged with fatty deposits from cooking. This means that the fan can only be switched on and off manually and as a result condensation and mould have come back.
All Envirowise fans from Timberwise feature a contamination proof sensor head that comes with a life time guarantee. This gives you the peace of mind that the fan will provide a reliable service in alleviating condensation in the property.
Envirowise offers a range of innovative solutions to help alleviate the problems associated with poor air quality within buildings. Envirowise can carry out a “Property / Air Quality Check” to determine issues and solutions for a healthy lifestyle. This involves our consultant meeting with you to discuss the various issues relating to air quality. We will determine the cause of air quality problems and offer solutions and detailed advice to improve conditions within the property.
To find out more about the Envirowise range of kitchen fans and bathroom fans visit our dedicated air quality pages or call 0800 288 8661 to arrange a consultation.
