black mold
Dangerous household fungus
Black mold is any of several fungi that appear dark green or black, especially *Stachybotrys chartarum*, which grows on water-damaged building materials.
It produces toxins that can cause respiratory problems and other health issues: We found black mold behind the drywall after the flood.
The term often implies something dangerous requiring professional removal.
- dampnessMild presence of water
- fungusSpore-bearing organism
- water leakUnwanted fluid escape
- mycotoxinsToxic fungal metabolic byproducts
- water damageDestruction from liquid intrusion
hyphae · HEPA filters · sick building syndrome · humidity · respiratory issues · hazmat · remediation · basements · spores · allergies · aspergillus · drywall · toxic exposure · health hazard · condensation · asthma · ventilation · health
- moldsPenicillium, koji, slime mould, ice trays, madeleines
- mold typespenicillium, aspergillus
- basement waterproofingsump pump, French drain, sump pit, waterproofing, basement drain
- fungimushroom, mushrooms, toadstool, toadstools, yeast
- Health Hazardsair pollution, asbestos, carbon monoxide, chemical spills, cholera
- building damagestructural collapse, cracked foundation, wall crack, bowing, sagging
black moldclean air
Uncontaminated breathable gas
sterile environment · fresh air · sanitary conditions · safe environment · beneficial bacteria
black moldbeneficial bacteria
Health-promoting microorganisms
probiotics · edible mushrooms · penicillium · koji · yeast
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