Because wood naturally soaks up and retains water it’s an ideal environment for mold and mildew. If you have baseboards, trim, or furniture that’s been affected, prompt mold cleanup is in order.

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Ever plan to wear your favourite jacket, only to pull it out of the wardrobe to discover it has a weird smell and is covered in mould? We explain how to remove it, and stop it from happening again.