Mould in conservatory (merged threads)

vikkigenie

I need some advice on the mould in my conservatory. I moved in about a 18 months ago. The previous people have not given me any paperwork with the conservatory so i am unable to do anything about a guarantee. I have mould growing and it is very damp and cold in the conservatory. currently there is no heating and am wondering whether to go to the expense of having a radiator fitted so that it will stop the mould. can anyone please advise me?

vikkigenie

I have mould growing in my conservatory and was dismayed to find it has affected my sofa too. I have only moved in a short time and have no paperwork from the previous owners on the conservatory.

I am currently considering going to the expense of having a radiator fitted in the conservatory but don't know if this will solve the mould issue. Currently there is no heating in there and there are no vents. however, i get the impression it is not air tight in there as when you stand in the conservatory you can hear everything outside, just as if a window was open.

Has anyone got any advice they can give on stopping the mould growth, or heating or even the fact that it doesn't seem air tight.

adandem

I would say the mould is due to condensation and the cold weather. I would def. install some heating in the there and make sure the room is well ventilated too.

You should also treat any existing mould as you shouldn't inhale any spores.;)

velvetybubbles

we use a dehumidifier in ours and also got a radiator dehumidifier takes the dampness out of the air ,get the odd spots of mould if weather really bad for a while but just clean it wiv bleach,

Inactive

Air vents are essential in a conservatory IMO, I have two fitted and have never had any mould growth ever.

vikkigenie

Can you tell me what you mean by IMO? Also do you leave the air vents open all the time?

vikkigenie

Can you tell me what a radiator dehumidifyer is and where i would get one at the best price possible?

Inactive

vikkigenie wrote: »

Can you tell me what you mean by IMO? Also do you leave the air vents open all the time?

OK, IMO is Forum Speak for " In My Opinion " , and yes I leave them open at all times, a bit draughty at times but it does keep the conservatory well vented and free from any mould growth.