Busting The Top Myths About Mold

There is so much conflicting information online about mold, how to get rid of it AND a lot of misinformation!

Separating facts from myths is overwhelming. My hope is that this session cuts through some of that noise for you.

In this session, we get real answers to the stuff you’re actually dealing with; toilet tank mold, whether that expensive air purifier is really doing anything, MGO board versus regular drywall, what to do about a musty basement, and a whole lot more. ⬇️

Here are the questions we’re answering in this video, plus a lot more!:

Toilet tank mold: Is mold on a toilet tank lid/tank a red flag when house-hunting?

Cleaning mold off belongings: What products should be used to remove mold from personal items?

Air purifiers for mold: What’s the best air purifier, and how long should it run?

MGO board vs. regular drywall: Thoughts on magnesium oxide/sulfate board vs. mold-resistant drywall?

Moldproof coatings: Do these actually stop or prevent mold?

Best Insulation types: Are some types more resistant to mold from moisture infiltration?

Flooring on a slab: Should plastic go under flooring on a concrete slab to keep mold out?

Shower mold: Should tile and grout surrounds be avoided to stop water from reaching mold behind tiles?

Basement mold: Should a musty basement be sealed with an interior spray-on barrier?

Dirt Crawl space dehumidification: Is this enough to keep the building mold-free after remediation?

Gutters and downspouts: What drainage system is recommended? Above or below ground?

Indoor humidity targets: Is keeping humidity below 55% in summer sufficient for mold prevention?

Tiny homes, vans, or mobile homes: Are these more mold-resistant than a traditional house?

Mold testing before buying or renting: Which test (ERMI, HERTSMI, vs. others) confirms a home is mold-free?

Additional audience questions answered near the end:

Modular home upgrades: Steel framing and insulation upgrades worth it?
Best flooring alternative to tile/laminate for a main floor
Living van/vehicle floor water damage: Does insulation always need removal?
Non-vented conditioned attic vs. vented non-conditioned attic in high-humidity zones
Crawl space leak (10-year plumbing issue): Still testing positive for mold after remediation
High water table crawl space: Will an interior perimeter drain fix it?
Subfloor plywood choice for a walkout basement
Engineered hardwood stored boxed in a garage: Is it safe to use?

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Cheryl Ciecko is an ALA, LEED AP, Licensed Architect who helps homeowners and building professionals create safe homes through online education to prevent mold, water damage, and poor indoor air quality.

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The information contained in this presentation is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, prescribe, treat, or cure any disease, ailment or injury to the body. It is not medical advice. FDA regulations prohibit the use of medical claims in conjunction with the sale of any product not approved by the FDA. Statements made herein have not been evaluated by the FDA.

Any products, techniques, and/or personal usage tips referred to are not suggested as a replacement for proper treatment from a licensed health care professional. I am not a licensed health care professional and the decision to use or not to use any of this information is the sole responsibility of the listener and/or reader. Everyone is an individual with different body types, different blood types, different body chemistries, and it is important to remember that what works for one person may not work for another person.