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Understanding Different Types of Mould — A New Zealand Laboratory Genus Guide
A laboratory guide to the common indoor mould genera in New Zealand — Aspergillus, Penicillium, Cladosporium, Stachybotrys and more — with Scaada NZ microscopy of each genus...
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From the Field: What 3,000+ Spore Traps Tell Us About New Zealand Buildings
Field observations from a New Zealand mould laboratory — the hidden mould crisis in modern airtight homes, Dry Standard failures in new builds, and what trans-Tasman patterns tell us about NZ buildings specifically...
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How to Read Your Mould Test Report — A Lab's Guide to IICRC S520 Conditions
A walk-through of a real Scaada NZ test report — what Fs/cm² means, the indoor-vs-outdoor reference comparison, and what each IICRC S520 condition rating (1, 2, 3) requires...
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Why Bleach (and Vinegar) Don't Kill Mould — What We See in Lab Samples After DIY Cleanup
Lab evidence on why surface treatment with bleach or vinegar fails: mould returns from within porous materials within weeks, often worse than before. Includes when (and how) to engage an IICRC-certified remediator...
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The Importance of Mould Testing in Property Transactions
Purchasing or selling a property represents a significant financial commitment, yet many overlook a critical hidden factor: mould contamination...
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Mould Exposure and Health: What You Need to Know
Biological pollutants, including mould, amplify in the built environment where there is poor ventilation or water ingress...
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