Molds, or mould, are various fungi that cover surfaces in the form of biofil m and usually produce masses of spores. Mold is often a problem in damp areas such as basements and bathrooms, and after floods. It can be seen on surfaces of walls, but also grows deep within, and produces a distinctive dusty, slightly pungent smell. It grows on food in closed containers, even in refrigerators.

Yes, it may be a sign that water is making it's way into the building envelope either from a faulty roof, water infusion, condensation or a damaged pipe.

Moulds are a specific group of fairly simple fungi that are often colourful and can appear as spots or fuzzy masses. Moulds are everywhere and are widely used for beneficial purposes in the food industry, in medicine and in science. Moulds that grow on wood are NOT decay fungi, although many people make the mistake of thinking they are the same thing. Mould does NOT damage the wood.

Probably not, although only an expert can tell, using a microscope. These are some of the indicators of mould: a mouldy smell, a colourful, spotty, smudgable stain that does not go below the wood surface, and a cloud of spores produced upon disturbing the affected area for the first time. Please see next FAQ. Mould is not common on wood, and the stain is quite likely due to something harmless such as dirt, iron filings, or staining fungi that merely colour the wood without damaging it.

If you brought in a sample to find out if the sample had mould, then either the sample did with a specific identification of what mould there was or it didn't. If you we did an air sample, you compare the indoor samples to the outdoor samples. If the indoor samples are lower than the outdoor samples, at that moment in time, the air quality was okay. If the indoor samples were higher than the outdoorsat that moment in time, the air quality was degraded.

That depends on you or others in the home. Each of us react differently to moulds. All moulds are allergins. Some moulds have mycotoxins that are harmful. You should consult with a doctor trained in this area.

No. If we were to start with a copy of your bad foot we would start with all your misalignment -- we want your foot to change. We start with the normal healthy foot shape - with this bio-engineered balanced form we will work the muscle groups of the foot to adapt to the correct shape. We size this to the length and width of your foot. We have arches in over 65 different forms to match the bone structure.

A mould found either on or behind wallpaper. Found in damp conditions where the wallpaper can’t breath and the incorrect paste has been used.

With our revolutionary new 3D Imaging Software and CNC Sutting Device, we can transform and replicate any shape in to a beautiful mould.

It is imperative that you add 10% fermented Kombucha Tea at the start of each new batch to help reduce the risk of mould. This fermented tea that is added to each new batch makes the solution acidic, and moulds tend to not grow well in an acidic solution.

Your boots have been constructed using a special 'heat moldable' material. If necessary, the shaded area, as shown on the instructions which come inside every pair of boots which depart our factory, can be heated, using a hair drier on the inside and outside of the boot, to make the fit more comfortable.

Pre heat oven to 85C or 185F. Remove all bolts, frames, wheels etc from the boot. Place the boots in the oven for 20-30 minutes. Higher temperatures will damage the boot. Caution: Do not place feet in hot boots, let them cool a little first. Test the boot temperature with your hand before placing foot inside. Mount the frame to the boot and stand on it without wheels. Tighten the boot with the laces and wait until the boot cools.

No problem! Normally this carried out in 2 separate moulding operations often using the Manumould process. For examples of products using two plastics, please click here.

It's possible but... I have a studio which is just right for doing this kind of thing. On top of that the moulds are carefully laid aside to harden more before I can start to use them. If they have to be transported too quickly they could easily get damaged. And in my studio I have all tools and material within reach. But if travelling is a problem for you, I will come by.

Airborn mould spores land on a food source and when the appropriate conditions are present, the spore produces root like filaments that spread along the surface. As the mould grows it can then release new spores into the air, like seeds, to propagate. It is important to note that mould spores exist naturally and are everywhere in the indoor and outdoor environment.

Moulds require moisture, oxygen, appropriate temperature conditions, a food source and the presence of spores in order to grow. Most moulds prefer a temperature range that humans find comfortable. Since we cannot control the presence of oxygen, spores, nor a food source, moisture is the only condition we can control

Anywhere where moisture and a food source exist are potential areas for mould growth. Examples of sources of moisture that may contact building materials are as follows: