Peziza domiciliana, a cup fungus often referred to as the common indoor mushroom is usually associated with water-damaged buildings. “Domiciliana” means “around the house”. It has been found in a wide range of habitats including carpets in living rooms, shower stalls, damp closets, behind refrigerators, around leaky water beds, in cellars, greenhouses, under porches, damp walls, and even in cars. Peziza is the sexual state (or what mycologists call teleomorph) of this fungus. The asexual … [Read more...]
Mold Growth On Garments
December 14, 2009 by
Question: What can we do to rid our factories of mold or to prevent mold from forming? Some of our garments are coming in from Bangladesh with visible mold that seems to be forming/growing while in-transit? Answer: The best way to control mold growth on garments is to keep the garments dry. You may have to ask your suppliers in Bangladesh to use packaging that would minimize chances of the garments becoming damp during transit. Also ensure that your storage conditions are not … [Read more...]
New Online Business Directory
December 12, 2009 by
We have a created a free online directory for environmental companies located in Canada. The directory has the following categories: 1. Air - Instrumentation 2. Air Pollution Prevention/Control Equipment 3. Air Pollution Prevention/Control Services 4. Analytical Equipment/Supplies 5. Analytical Services 6. Aquatic Services/Supplies 7. Asbestos Abatement 8. Asbestos/Lead/Mould Abatement 9. Composting 10. Emergency/Spill Response Equipment/Products 12. Emergency/Spill Response … [Read more...]
Black Mold Question
December 7, 2009 by
Question: We have black mold in our basement along the wall where water damage occurred 5 years ago. It has been there for some time and the basement smells terribly musty. I have developed an allergic reaction in my eyes, and my father's coughing has worsened. We would like to have the black mold tested as soon as possible. Since the black mold is in the concrete wall, how would we extract samples? Thank you for your help. Answer: To get a sample of the black mold, please get clear … [Read more...]
