ᐅ Is this mold?

Created on: 30 Nov 2016 15:47
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stefanb
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stefanb
30 Nov 2016 15:47
Hi everyone. I’m new here and quite inexperienced.
I’m wondering what those marks on the walls might be. Is it some kind of mold or just dirt? Is there an easy way to tell?
Thanks and good luck


Exterior view of a building with three windows, bars.
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Ellie
30 Nov 2016 16:07
Good day,

This looks like classic algae growth on the rendered facade.
However, a building expert will know more about this!

Regards
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stefanb
30 Nov 2016 16:17
Ellie schrieb:
Hello,

this looks like a classic case of algae growth on the plaster facade.
An expert would know more about this!

Regards

If it is algae growth, would that be a more serious issue?
Thank you and good luck
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Ellie
30 Nov 2016 16:25
No, the facade would need to be properly cleaned first and then treated (application of new protective coatings). The latter are sometimes already included in the paint. After that, the cleaned facade is painted.
Nofret30 Nov 2016 16:27
.. if you want to prevent algae growth, insulation and a larger roof overhang help.
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stefanb
30 Nov 2016 16:31
Great, thank you all!