Contractors say you shouldn't paint over mold because it won't solve a mold problem. Painting over mold doesn't prevent mold ...

Surprisingly though, sometimes what you think is a mold problem is actually drywall ghosting, so don't grab your bleach and ...

Mold and mildew thrive in damp spaces, and Rowland said a lot of people think spraying bleach on their flooded floors and ...

Also called “greenboard”, mold-and-mildew-resistant 1/2-in. drywall is a somewhat different animal. Manu­facturers use ...

When outside water seeps into living spaces, Carnell said you could be in danger. “If you have fields nearby, people get ...

When this material becomes water damaged, the paper component of the drywall can serve as a food source for mold to become established. It’s important to quickly dry these materials when water leaks ...

Mold can begin to grow within 24 to 48 hours following water intrusion. Timely response is critical, especially in high-humidity regions like southern Louisiana” — Earl Carr, Jr. HAMMOND, LA, UNITED ...