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How To Differentiate Mold from Mildew

8/10/2022 (Permalink)

mold growth on wall, measuring mold with tape measure Mold growth in Glendale, CO

Do I Have Mold or Mildew In My Home?

When you come across possible mildew or mold damage in your Glendale, CO, home, you may be wondering which of the two problems you face. There are a few ways to tell the difference between these two forms of fungi. Here are three things you may want to know.

1. Depth of the Growth

One of the main ways to tell the difference between mildew growth and mold growth is how deep it goes. Mildew tends to grow on the surface, while mold tends to root into the substance it's feeding on. Because of this mold can cause actual damage if it’s allowed to remain.

2. Coloration

Another way to tell the difference between mildew and mold damage is the appearance of the fungi you are looking at. Mildew tends to be thinner in appearance and may range in color from gray to white with occasional yellow tones. Mold on the other hand may look slimy or fuzzy, and it has a full range of colors with gray, white, green, brown, orange, and even black tones.

3. Ease of Removal

As mentioned earlier mildew growth on the surface while mold roots beneath. This can affect the ease of removal. Many cleaners are designed to remove mildew with a spray-on wipe off formula. If you try this method and it fails, odds are you may be facing a mold problem instead. When this is the case it's highly recommended that you contact a local mold remediation service. These professionals will have the ability to remove the mold, clean the area, and then make repairs to any damages that may have been caused.

When determining if you have mildew or mold damage in your home, there are few ways you can check. One of the biggest differences is the depth of growth. You can also look at the coloration of the spores to determine which it may be. Finally, how easy it is to remove may be an indication of which species it is. If you do have mold it's highly recommended to contact a remediation service.

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