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Steel Shed mould

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  • 21-03-2023 1:22pm
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    michaelduignan
    Registered Users Posts: 89 ✭✭


    Hi, i am looking for advice in relation to my garden shed. It is a steel shed and contains anti condensation material on the ceiling. This membrane has a lot of black mould on it. What is the best thing to do? Clean it? Rip it off? Replace it? The shed contains no insulation - just the bare metal walls and door and ceiling just has this anti condensation material.



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    T-Maxx
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    The membrane prevents condensation occuring on the metal by absording the moisture. Mold growth happens if the ventilation is inadequate and the membrane cannot dry out.



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    magicbastarder
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    yeah, ventilation would be the first thing i'd check - was the shed supplied without vents, or are they blocked somehow?



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    michaelduignan
    Registered Users Posts: 89 ✭✭michaelduignan


    thanks for replies. i'll see if I can improve the ventilation. Is it possible to clean the membrane I have or am I better replacing it? It looks terrible.



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    magicbastarder
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    try spraying a bit of diluted milton on it, it might clear the mould.



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