08/12/2025
Let’s talk about mold. Yes, that stain on the wall
We don’t take this seriously enough. Some of us sleep, live and work in mold-infested rooms. This is an incredibly harmful environment for anyone; especially families with kids, elders, and pets.
Mold doesn’t just make your walls “look dirty.”
It affects your lungs, skin, sinuses, immunity, sleep quality, and can worsen asthma and chronic allergies. And in many African cities with humidity, poor ventilation, and older buildings, mold grows FAST.
Here’s what you can do to fix it permanently and without breaking the bank:
1. Improve airflow.
Open windows daily. Use standing fans to circulate air. Mold loves still, damp air.
2. Fix moisture sources.
Leaky roofs, cracked bathroom tiles, dripping AC units — all small problems that create big health issues. Patch them early.
3. Treat affected areas properly.
Don’t just “wipe” mold. Clean with a mix of water + bleach or white vinegar. Scrub, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
4. Dehumidify your space.
Affordable moisture absorbers or even a simple bowl of salt/charcoal can reduce humidity in small rooms.
5. Repaint with mold-resistant paint.
It lasts longer and prevents the wall from “greening” again.
6. Keep fabrics dry.
Damp curtains, rugs, and mattresses trap moisture and breed mold. Sun-dry them often — especially in rainy season.
7. Don’t ignore your symptoms.
If you’re sneezing every morning, coughing indoors, or your child always has a runny nose at home, check your walls.
Your home should heal you, not harm you. Let’s take our indoor health seriously.
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