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How to Prevent Mold from Damaging Your Doors

Humidity brings with it a number of problems for any homeowner. One thing that everyone dreads is mould and the amount of damage it can cause. Chances are, any wooden surface is vulnerable to mould. But this is a reality of nature, and one has to reluctantly deal with it regardless of the trouble.

Mould can damage any part of your home. Wooden doors, mouldings, and floors that have been exposed to moisture for a prolonged period of time will eventually get mouldy. There are definitely other options to wood that you can consider when building your home. Just like any other composite door supplier, Truedor understands that each homeowner does not want to deal with mouldy doors.

Unlike wood doors, composite doors are made with a combination of materials such as PVC, insulating foam, and glass reinforced plastic. This certainly means that composite doors are not susceptible to mould and other environmental damage. You have one less thing to worry about if you choose a composite door over a traditional wood door.

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How to Prevent Mould from Damaging your Doors?

If you do find yourself in a situation when you know that having moulds is inevitable, here are some tips to prevent mould from getting into your doors and others parts of the home:

  • Check roof for leaks. Since the main culprit that causes mould is moisture, you have to prevent all possible sources of moisture from getting in.

  • Check other possible sources of moisture such as a basement, wall, and plumbing leaks.

  • Regularly clean your gutters and downspouts to prevent blockage.

  • Check underneath your house for excess moisture. You can apply black plastic to reduce humidity.

  • Make sure that HVAC units drain properly and that there is no blockage. You should also use high-quality air filters and change them regularly.

  • Indoor humidity should also be kept between 30 to 50 percent. When the weather is dry, open doors and windows to increase air circulation.

If you notice mould limited to an area of 10 square feet, you may be able to clean it yourself. If you decide to clean mould yourself, make sure that you follow the proper procedures. Since you will be using a bleach solution to clean mould, you must protect yourself. Wear gloves, respirator, and goggles. Dry the cleaned area thoroughly before making any further repairs such as painting.

If you have inspected your home and did not find any outward signs of mould but still smell it, it is possible that there is hidden mould in dry walls, ceiling tiles, heating, and air conditioning vents. This will require the assistance of a trained professional. Mould will always be a reality but with a little bit of diligence and early detection, it should be manageable enough not to cause you too much trouble.

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