Mould Colours – Suggestions & Tips #121

July 10, 2015 by Grassroots Leave a Comment

mould colours

Mould colours? That’s right, mould comes in pretty much every colour of the rainbow…but it’s no pot of gold! No matter what the mould colour is, you don’t want it in your home. Depending on the quantity of mould in your home, it can be a homeowner cleanup. Larger areas will require professional remediation / abatement.

While we often hear of “black mold” (or Stachybotrys) as being the toxic mould, however many other coloured moulds are toxic as well. In fact, mould can get their colour from what they feed upon. Mould needs two things to live: some form of water, moisture, high humidity, condensation as well as organic material to feed on like paper, wood, dirt.

Mould can have severe health & safety issues related to it and because their spores are microscopic you can’t always seem them, but you may be reacting to them. These symptoms can mimic those of a cold / flu. In more severe cases you may have, for example, an allergic reaction or upper respiratory issues.

If you have concerns about mould, speak with a professional regarding what next steps might make sense. Click here for information about Grassroots® indoor air quality and mould testing services.

When inspecting buildings we are often asked questions concerning various topics. Some of these queries can relate to issues not within the scope of a typical inspection. That’s not to say that information about these topics would not be useful however. For that reason, we wanted to include information on some of these topics your further review.

NOTICE: The information contained on the grassroots.ca website is not intended to be exhaustive nor does it necessarily apply to all buildings, systems, components and the likes. While some information may be able to be “transferred” to a building you’re interested in, it should not automatically be applied to it necessarily. It may however simply act as a prompter for areas you may wish to explore further. As such, the information herein is for information purposes only. It’s not intended to be an exhaustive listing of any / all related issues. Always consult a professional before purchasing, leasing or selling a building, or if proceeding with or considering any work to a building. Seek further professional advice, and, analysis including at least three (3) quotations from various professional reputable & qualified contractors before proceeding with any contemplated work, repairs, improvements, and / or, modifications to a building, to better establish the scope of any / all concerns.