Is all black mold toxic Stachybotrys?
No. There are lots of molds that are black in color. For instance, black mold that is mostly found in homes e.g. bathroom is not Stachybotrys. The mold form called Stachybotrys can only be picked out by biologists who study fungi (mycologists) using microscopic exam. Reference: “Facts about Mold,” New York City Department of Health, Environmental and Occupational Disease Epidemiology, February 2001. Are all molds “toxic”? No. There are several thousands types of mold, but just a few are classified as “toxic.” How do molds grow inside a home? The CDC further says that molds grow naturally within their indoor habitat. Mold spores can be found everywhere as they can be transported through the air. Mold spores could drop on places where excessive moisture is, or where flooding occurs which would spur the mold to grow fast. Some building materials like wooden items, tiles, insulation materials and wallpaper aid mold growth through damp or wet surfaces. How can mold be eliminated? Mold grows
