Upon the sight of mold, your immediate reaction might be to throw everything away. Indeed, molds can be very unsightly, smelly and even itchy to the touch. Most people might like to take the side of caution and throw everything away when they have molds. You have every reason to do so. Keeping items with mold can be very dangerous, causing allergies and poisoning.
However, you might be surprised to know that it is not all still that dire. Advancements in technology and continuously improved industry practices have given us the possibility of mold restoration for every type of item out there. Restoration can still be possible even in the most severe cases. Here are some examples of unusual items that can still be restored. You may think of throwing them away but always ask the restoration company first for possible options.
You can start by considering paintings. Paintings can be made of oil, acrylic or other types of paint that attract mold and other bacteria because of their organic nature. Molds can damage the color and texture behind the most beautiful paintings. Paintings are also usually made on canvas or wood, both of which are very porous and can contain invisible amounts of bacteria. Mold restoration can be done on these paintings, however, almost as every severity level. Do not throw damaged paintings away since they can become investments through time.
Antiques with molds should also not be thrown away immediately because of the value that they might bring. Antiques can be furniture, displays or sculptures. Restoration companies can use special chemical solutions that can clean up the mold without harming the antiques. Ask your restoration company about the options that they offer regarding the restoration of antiques.
Damaged furniture can also be restored back to their full usability. Mold restoration companies use vacuums and drying systems to suck out bacteria and remove any remaining moisture.
As messy as molds are, you will still want to try to save as much of your belongings as possible. Just always remember to keep them in a safe and separate area, preferably outside your house, away from other items, children, and pets.
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Leo Nov is an editorial staff member of RestorationSOS.com, a leading service provider for water damage cleanups. To learn more about flood cleanup and water damage, visit RestorationSOS.com
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