ᐅ Mold in the Children's Room

Hi,
we have the following problem. Last year, we had mold forming in the corners of our children’s room, which we simply wiped away with Domestos. Unfortunately, we recently noticed mold again, so I took a closer look at the whole situation. However, I am not an expert. I noticed that the ceiling along the entire width of the window wall looks damp for about 30cm (12 inches) into the room, meaning it is noticeably darker than the rest of the ceiling. In addition, I can peel off the ceiling paint there!
When touching these spots, they also feel significantly cooler than the other parts of the ceiling that look normal. I then informed the landlord. He suggested that I remove the mold with alcohol and wait for the next rain to see what happens. In the corners near the window wall, the temperature is only 12°C (54°F), while the rest of the room is normally heated (about 20-22°C / 68-72°F), and during winter we have a humidity level of around 45-55%. How should I proceed now, or how can I prove that the issue is not due to ventilation and heating, but rather – as I suspect – moisture or significant cooling from the outside? It may also be worth mentioning that the roller shutters are housed in a simple wooden box that is not insulated at all.

I hope for helpful advice.

Best regards,

littlelady

Hello,
we had the same problem in our old apartment, which was definitely due to insufficient insulation. The wall becomes cold, moisture condenses there, and mold develops. You can dry the wall using a heat source, but this will probably keep happening.

Hello, could it be that a downspout is leaking and the water is constantly splashing against the wall? This could be the reason why the wall is damp, so you should check what happens outside on the wall when it rains.

Hello,
Mold is very dangerous, especially for children who can become ill quickly. It can trigger allergies and even asthma. You definitely need to take action; simply cleaning the mold off the walls is not enough. The spores are present throughout the air, and the children are constantly breathing them in.

Good day,
if mold appears in a room, it is almost always due to an uninsulated exterior wall. This wall is always colder than the other walls, which causes moisture buildup and mold growth. This is a valid reason to reduce the rent, as it forces the landlord to take action.

Hello,
if you don’t take action quickly, the children might get sick. Mold spores are everywhere in the air, and this can really harm children. Besides, it’s awful when there is a musty, moldy smell. Your furniture will also get damaged.