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There is no doubt that the mold and humidity that are present on the walls of the house will have an impact on us at some point in our life; nevertheless, we can be under the impression that this is not as dangerous as it seems since it causes a particular atmosphere to be present in our home. To assume otherwise would be to overlook the fact that every single situation is unique and has to be reviewed by a trained specialist on an individual basis.
It is important to bear in mind that the majority of homes are constructed with a foundation structure that is in direct touch with the earth. This is the reason why humidity is consistent throughout the house. In the course of time, brick walls have a tendency to take in moisture that rises through the walls, which results in the formation of mold. Therefore, we always suggest checking with a construction specialist to ensure that it is not a structural problem (including ruling out a water leak in a pipe, for example). This involves ensuring that the problem is not a structural issue.
In most cases, as soon as we see a problem on the walls, we quickly begin cleaning and painting it in order to make it appear as if it were brand new. But the fact of the matter is that humidity will eventually return over the course of months and years, causing the rooms in the home to become ruined.
In this section, we will examine a number of suggestions that may be put into practice to become the ultimate answer to this issue:
In order to eliminate moisture, talc
One of the most reliable allies in the fight against humidity is unquestionably talcum powder, despite the fact that it could seem to be an odd choice. Consider how a little amount of talcum powder may be used to eliminate moisture from your shoes or sneakers; in the same manner, it can also be used to help battle mold on the walls.
In order to do this, you need to first rub the wall with a towel and then sprinkle the talcum powder on it. This will allow the powder to enter the wall.
It is recommended to repeat the procedure many times in order to achieve maximum efficiency until all traces of moisture have been removed.
Mold may be removed with bleach.
In this particular scenario, the treatment is considered to be palliative since, while the mold will be totally eradicated via the use of this approach, the humidity will still be present inside the walls.
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