Mold is a common problem in Flemish homes. It always arises from a moisture problem in the house, usually condensation. Mold can occur on walls, curtains, furniture, and also on window frames. A lack of ventilation promotes condensation. Below, we’ll explain how mold forms around frames, what you can do about it, and how to prevent mold on windows and frames.
Mold on Windows and Frames Indicates a Moisture Problem
Mold always indicates moisture. One cannot exist without the other. Molds only need two things to survive: a substrate with minerals, such as plasterwork, and moisture.
However, the substrate can also be wood. That’s why furniture or window frames can also be affected by mold. Windows are even more susceptible to mold. The cold surface temperature of the glass causes water vapor to condense on the window. These droplets fall down and come into contact with the wooden frames. These are ideal conditions for mold formation.
Mold occurs mainly in damp spaces where there is a lot of water vapor in the air. This includes, for example, the bathroom, kitchen, or laundry room. But the bedroom can also be affected when it’s not ventilated after sleeping.
How Do We Combat Mold on Windows and Frames?
If you notice mold on the frames and condensation frequently appears on the windows, it’s time to call in a moisture expert.
At Solusio, we know how to tackle this. We’d be happy to visit you to thoroughly investigate the moisture problem. How we remove the mold from the windows and frames depends on the cause of the moisture.
In almost all cases, it’s condensation. The solution is then simple: ventilation. But even better is to install a mechanical ventilation system. This way, you don’t need to open windows (which leads to heat loss) and you can’t forget to close them again. Ventilation systems are a must in bathrooms or cellars without windows. Condensation occurs there very quickly.
If the mold on the windows and frames, which is rather unlikely, is caused by rising damp? Then we will perform wall injections. We drill holes in the damp wall that we fill with a moisture-repellent agent. Once hardened, the moisture can no longer rise in the wall.
Possibly, mold on windows and frames is due to penetrating damp. The moisture then comes from outside, through a crack in the facade or through a gap between the window frames and the facade bricks.
In this case too, moisture comes into direct contact with the frames and mold can develop. In that case, the facade must be repaired. We also recommend applying a hydrofuge. We then spray a moisture-repellent agent on the facade that does not allow water to penetrate. This is recommended for facades that have seen better days.
Can You Remove the Mold from the Frames Yourself?
And of course, the mold itself must also be dealt with. You can try this yourself with household remedies that you buy in DIY stores. Unfortunately, these are usually not strong enough to completely eradicate the problem. Molds have fungal threads that can penetrate quite deep into the wood structure of the frames.
At Solusio, we use professional products that banish mold from frames and windows once and for all.
The molds themselves are not harmless, by the way. They can cause considerable damage through the fungal threads. But they are mainly toxic. Molds reproduce with harmful spores that can cause respiratory complaints. So it’s best to tackle these molds on windows and frames quickly.
How Can You Prevent Mold on Frames?
Fortunately, mold on windows, frames, and other places can be easily avoided. Ventilation is the key to a mold-free home .
Most molds can actually grow thanks to condensation. By ensuring that water vapor cannot condense on walls or window frames through airing and ventilation, you also prevent mold growth. In spaces that cannot be ventilated, it is advisable to install a ventilation system.
Solusio Combats Mold on Windows and Window Frames
Solusio is an expert in removing mold and combating moisture problems. Thanks to our years of experience, we know exactly how to banish mold and moisture from your home once and for all. Have you noticed mold on window frames? Contact us today. We’d be happy to come by to examine the problem and prepare a quote.