{"id":17302,"date":"2023-06-02T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-02T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/content-manager\/?p=17302"},"modified":"2023-06-02T15:01:34","modified_gmt":"2023-06-02T19:01:34","slug":"types-of-mold-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/blog\/types-of-mold-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Mold Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n
There are more than 10,000 types of mold that grow indoors and outdoors, but indoor mold in your apartment or home could be a risk to your health<\/a>. Though mold can sometimes be smelt or seen, it is not always obvious. It\u2019s important to know about the types of mold and the different effects of each type so as to best protect yourself from the negative effects.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Mold<\/a> is a fungal growth that spreads on damp or decaying surfaces. Sometimes referred to as mildew, mold can grow indoors and outdoors. Mold grows in places with excess moisture – it is often found indoors in places like bathrooms or kitchens. Mold reproduces by releasing tiny spores that travel through the air. When these spores land on wet or damp surfaces, they can lay new mold colonies. Certain molds are toxigenic, meaning they can release toxins. Exposure<\/a> to mold can give people allergy-like symptoms, such as itchy skin, stuffy noses, or red eyes. Severe reactions include fever or shortness of breath.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Molds are everywhere, but some types of molds are worse for your health than others.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Acremonium<\/a> is a slow-growing mold that, when found outdoors, occurs in dead hay or rotting mushrooms. Indoors, this mold is commonly found in buildings with water damage or is associated with fiberglass, drain pans, window seals, or water from humidifiers. Human infections from Acremonium<\/a> are uncommon, but unlike other molds, Acremonium can affect immunocompetent individuals and result in asthma or hay fever.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhat is mold?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Different types of mold<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Acremonium<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Alternaria<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n