The Health Benefits of Banishing Damp
Date: November 22 2020

The Health Benefits of Banishing Damp

Author: The Health Benefits of Banishing Damp

How Knauf Moisture Resistant Gypsum Board Can Safeguard Your Health?

Persistent sniffles and coughs? Congestion? Then maybe it’s time to do a thorough inspection of your home and workspace for a leading culprit; black mould.

Surfaces exposed to humidity are mould magnets. Tiny fungal spores that multiply and eat their way into the surfaces of your kitchen, bathroom and even bedrooms and living areas. Apart from the obvious places where mould build-up can be spotted, It may also appear following a burst pipe or flooding, in places not easily seen, such as between wall layers or underneath floorboards or carpets.

According to a recent article in Medical News Today, through exposure to the spores that circulate in the air we are placing ourselves at risk of a wide range of ailments, including coughing, wheezing, general fatigue and lethargy, nose stuffiness, itchy or red eyes and itchy skin. Longer term exposure can lead to hair loss, anxiety, confusion or memory loss, numbness in hands and feet, stomach pains, sensitivity to light, weight gain for no reason and muscle cramps. Young children, the elderly and those with impaired immune systems are particularly vulnerable.

Knauf Moisture Resistant Gypsum Boards hold the key to reducing dangerous mould levels. They are high performance gypsum boards, used as the cladding component of drywall construction in humid areas of a building. Key areas of use include partitions, furring, wall linings or ceilings of kitchens, bathrooms and other areas exposed to humidity, along with partitions with tiled finish requirements. Knauf Moisture Resistant Gypsum Boards are environmentally-friendly and use advanced technology to provide a balanced room climate with resistance to moisture absorption and build-up of mould. Even better, they are easy to integrate into design options and give sound insulation.

Top tips for avoiding mould:

  • Install Knauf Moisture Resistant Gypsum Boards.
  • Clean damp areas thoroughly on a regular basis.
  • Keep damp areas well ventilated, especially while cleaning.
  • Clean filters in air-condition units regularly.
  • Use a dehumidifier.
  • Avoid using carpets and rugs in bathrooms, laundries or other damp or humid areas.