looking at this pic posted on Domain, is this mould on the ceiling and walls and is it easy to get rid off ?
I think the building is likely to be condemned. Those curtains are atrocious the table however could make up for it though
It is easy to remove but that is the wrong question. Why is it there? If you remove it, will it return?
I think you may have to inspect the roof first to see if there's leak somewhere as a start and then clean the mould and paint it.
I have had this in bathrooms where the exhaust didn't work or people didn't turn it on. I now generally put the exhaust fan on the light switch which helps. I have also seen this in wardrobes but this level of build up in liveable areas is unusual and may suggest water ingress (unlikely as no staining is evident) or poor ventilation resulting in condensation. If it is poor ventilation then you need to make sure that the vents are all clean and have not been inadvertently painted closed, you may even add additional vents to improve ventilation. You can get rid of the existing mould with sugar soap, followed by bleach and then sealed with Zinser or similar blocking agent. Finally top coat with an antibacterial paint. Regards Andrew
I agree with Bargain Hunter - looking at the pattern of mould, it is likely due to poor ventilation. It does not have the pattern of a roof leak. Note: no mould is growing in some strips, behind which are the roofing timbers in contact with the ceiling - keeping those areas warmer than where water vapour condenses out on the rest of the ceiling & upper walls. Generally, I use a bleach solution to get rid of the black stains, followed by a 50-50 vinegar / water solution to kill the mould spores. Once dry, paint with anti-mould paint (you can get anti-mould additive from the paint shop to add to the paint).
Wow - poor people living in there with all the mould spores. Ceiling insulation (if it isn't already in) might go a long way towards the mould finding its way back. Find the cause before you paint of it will find its way back!
Yes it looks like mould. Look for ventillation issues. Do windows open? I agree with others - check for roof leaks
Don't forget to throw in some bicarb soda with the vinegar. Then some tea tree oil/ cloves. Then the zinser, then the anti-mould paint. It all works!
Looking at it again I agree it's to do with poor ventilation and dampness in room. Probably other rooms are affected.
