Extractor fans are ideal for extracting damp or stale air from wet rooms such as kitchens, bathrooms, and utility rooms. Without having an extractor fan fitted, bathrooms in particular can be prone to condensation, which will lead to the growth of black mould.

The proposed updates to Building Regulations will pave the way towards the Future Homes Standard, which is due to be introduced in 2025. This brings with it a focus on thermal efficiency, increased air tightness and indoor air quality.

The sight of patches of dark mould growing on your walls or ceilings might be a depressing sight, but it could also be putting your health at risk.

If it is allowed to grow in your home, Mildew can damage walls and furniture. Understanding the causes of mildew is the first step to stopping it.

Project 80 is a new development by Midland Heart, a Birmingham-based housing association, which will meet the Government’s new Future Homes Standard by reducing carbon emissions by up to 80%, three years ahead of schedule.

Most of us assume that with regular cleaning and keeping our homes tidy that automatically makes them a healthy environment. Unfortunately, that is wrong, there are numerous activities and habits that will contribute to the build-up of germs and unhealthy particles that can be causing headaches, asthma and dermatological conditions. So, what are these mistakes and how can we stop making them?

If you have recently discovered mould growing in your home, your first instinct may be to paint over it, but is this a good way to deal with the problem?

John Moss, looks at how landlords are being encouraged to take a more proactive approach to condensation and mould growth, following the release of the housing ombudsman’s report on damp and mould.

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