Black Mold Symptoms, Dangers and Eco-Friendly Removal Tips

Black mold exposure can lead to severe poisoning symptoms and respiratory diseases, particularly in infants. Using eco-friendly cleaning methods for patios and basements is vital for safety.

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Environmentally Friendly Ways to Clean Mold Off Concrete Patios

Published Jun,13 2017 | By J.E. Myers

Indoor and outdoor mold can grow on concrete surfaces like patios and basement floors and walls. When mold appears indoors, it can present a health hazard. Outdoors, mold can mar the appearance of the patio and make the patio surface slick.

A writer and entrepreneur for over 40 years, J.E. Myers has a broad and eclectic range of expertise in personal computer maintenance and design, home improvement and design, and visual and performing arts. Myers is a self-taught computer expert and owned a computer sales and service company for five years. She currently serves as Director of Elections for McLean County, Illinois government.