=====CONTROLLING MOLD AND MILDEW===== **Provided by the Woodtique Homeowner’s Association Eugene, Oregon**\\ \\ Let’s face it! We live in a moist and humid climate. Moisture buildup is the leading cause of mold and mildew in our region, so to prevent them from building up in your home here are a few suggested guidelines to follow:\\ * Be sure every area in your house has adequate ventilation at all times. * Do not stack boxes or put your furniture flush against a wall, leave space for air to circulate. * Keep the humidity level in your home below 50 %. * Do not carpet bathrooms or other damp locations. * Be sure you have a good bathroom fan that removes moist air. * Leave your bathroom fan on for 20 minutes after showering. * Clean your bathroom with mold/mildew killing products. (household bleach works well) * Use “mold/mildew inhibitors” in paint. * If mildew or mold forms, carefully remove it with full strength bleach and dry the area well. * Dry out, remove or replace any water damaged materials quickly. * Do not turn off your ceiling heat during the rainy months.