Mould on my ceiling?

Question

This last week I have noticed mould on my ceiling in my bedroom. It started in the corner and now its spreading over the ceiling in spots. I dont understand how it has got there. The roof has been checked for loose tiles or any gaps, but its all fine. How can I get rid of it and whats causing it? Can it cause any health risks? thanks

Answer 1

The Mold is caused by moisture, either from a leak of some sort or condensation where cold air from outside meets warm moist air inside. Condensation is most likely due to a lack of insulation in the attic space and too high of humidity in the living space. First check in the attic for insulation problems or signs of a leak in the area, Next check the humidity of your home, it should be less than 50% humidity. A good measure is to see if there is any moisture condensing on windows. Clean the area with bleach cleaning solution and/ or T.S.P. for killing mold found at hardware stores. after cleaning the mold and fixing the cause of the mold you need to paint the area with KILZ stain blocker primer. and paint. Mold is a serious problem for health and should be handled quickly and thoroughly. Good luck!

Answer 2

Yes, the mould can cause health problems through the release of spores. See if an inspection of above the ceiling can be arranged. There is no point in covering over a damp patch until the cause is stopped.
If the roof's OK, sounds like a water pipe that's leaking, or a hole in the gable.

Answer 3

You may have a leaky pipe in the wall or ceiling near where it started to form.

To get rid of it, you can use a bleach solution to kill it off and then I would suggest painting the entire ceiling (and possibly even the wall) with KILZ primer. It is a great sealant and keeps stains and mold etc from bleeding through again.

It comes inwater base or oil base and is just as good as the more expensive stuff on the market.

Answer 4

You can spray the spots with a dilution of bleach water and it will kill and bleach out the mold. Your bedroom must be getting moisture from somewhere because these spots are usually in places like bathrooms. Also, the only way to tell if it is the nasty black mold that is harmful is to have it tested which is probably a good idea since you don't know how it is growing there.
Good Luck

Answer 5

Mold can be hazardous if not dealt with properly. Things like Clorox and bleach don't always kill mold thoroughly. Since you can't be totally positive if it is mold or not the best thing to do is get it checked out by a professional.

Answer 6

I believe this may be moss due to dampness, I may be wrong but I'd urge you to perhaps try putting your heating on in the bedroom from now on even if it's just at a low temperature this stops bacteria forming in cold climates. I know people that have had the same problem and this has worked for them.

Best of luck!!
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Answer 7

I have just same problem.Look in your loft,you may find whats causing it. For me, birds have been tearing up the felt underneath my roof tiles and have been building nests.I have 2 nests in my loft.

Answer 8

Get some anti fungal wash and follow instructions on pack.The cause is poor ventilation and damp,moist atmosphere-I know this as had the same in my place

Answer 9

I use clorox clean up for it. I had that at my old apartment but get it sometimes in other areas of my current home.

Answer 10

it could be a leak from water tank up stairs