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Show Friday, Juna 6, 1997 Eliminating Household Mold Difficult Heavy spring rainfall and flooding in many parts of Utah have some homeowners experiencing something new - mold. Mold persists for months if not dealt with and can lead to more problems than just ruined carpets and clothing. Mold can occur because of rainfall, sewer backup or plumbing leaks and can cause health problems especially for people with allergies or asthma, says Dr. Leona Hawks, Extension Housing Specialist in the Utah State University College of Family Life. Hawks says molds are naturally occurring fungi, usually microscopic, that are all around us. They reproduce by releasing spores into the air which then settle on surfaces end grow. Growth of mold can often be seen in the form of discoloration, ranging from white to e, green, brown or black. It can also sometimes be delected by its musty odor. Mildew, for instance, is a common mold. Even if you have cleaned your home after water damage. Hawks says there may be high levels of mold for weeks or months afterward. Airborne mold spores settle on organic or contaminated surfaces and when other conditions such as temperature, humidity, shade or darkness and oxygen supply are conducive, they germinate and develop new colonies of mold. Even or-ing- rics. drapes or other textiles, the bleach may remove some of the color along with the mold. . 2) Disinfect: One of the best and least expensive disinfectants is chlorine bleach. Follow the directions on the label and apply full Arcngth bleach to hard surfaces with obvious mold growth. You must keep the area wet with bleach for several minutes to kill the mold. For porous surfaces this means you may have to reapply bleach to keep the surface wet. Caution: Wear rubber gloves to protect your skin and never mix Meach with ammonia or other household cleaners containing When mixed they produce a surfaces where mold has previously been removed can support mold growth again if conditions are right Hawks says molds thrive on organic materials such as paper, leather, natural fibere, wood or any surfaces coated with the slightest amount of organic matter such as food, grease or soil. They require moisture and oxygen, but not lighL Their favorite temperature range is 77 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit, but some can grow in temperature as low as 32 and as high as 93. Humidity promotes mold growth, but low humidity states such as Utah are not immune; it just delays spore germination and reduces the rate of mold growth. and-wate- Th 7 told you r i WIC is special supplemental food bfogram for women, infants, and children. WIC gives special types of fabji to pregnant and breastfeeding women, women who have recently had f pithy, infants, and children up to age five. WIC also teaches nutrition education. In order to receive WIC foods, you mulive in the clinic area, meet the income standards, and need WIC foods t$ be healthy. The income standards are as follows: (griiss income):1 never to touch the computer." I I I All Types and Styles of Carpets, Laminate Woods, Ceramic Tiles, Vinyl Flooring, Area Rugs and O reck Vacuums in Stock. I I I Great Selection! And you wont find better prices in the State of Utah. may have to throw away wet insulation. carpel or carpet padding. Summit County WIC Program Good Nutrition For You and Your Family I Spring Clearance Sale! toxic gas. Dry the area: A water damaged area may harbor mold for months uhlbss it is disinfected and completely dried. Use fans and dehumidifiers for as long as necessary. You Filtering indoor air can sometimes be effective in removing mold spores. Hawks says, but it uiifally takes more than a standard furnace air filler. Mold spores are so ipnall. that ii lakes a them, from the air. These systems hre expensive initially, but cost little to operate. 9A mm Inventory am-njop- She says there are three steps to controlling mold growth: I) Keep it Clean: Mold grows best on surfaces coated with soil and grease. Use a dishwasher detergent in water to wash surfaces and remove organic material that supports mold growth. Then rinse with water or a mixture of bleach to remove the soap film. Dry quickly and thoroughly using fans.' Remember, if the mold is on fab Tha Summit County Boo 7c Will I Meet or Beat Any Advertised Salt Lake or Park Gty Prices! laottrd I it The Summit Center bctwttu Kimball Junction & Jeremy Ranch 2734 W. Rasmussen Rd. Park Gty, UT (801) 649-535- 6 Ask about our 6 month no paymentno interest APR Approved Discount am upgraded carpets when yam bring in this sjJ . Subscribe To .3 MonihVfncnmf. 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