Whether you live in a rural or urban area, you are likely exposed to mold in your environment. Molds grow on many different surfaces, including wood, fabric, and dust. Molds have the ability to produce harmful toxins called mycotoxins that can be inhaled and absorbed through the skin.
Molds grow in damp, warm, and humid environments. They produce spores that can attach to people and their clothing, shoes, and other items. This creates a potentially harmful environment for people with asthma, allergies, and other respiratory disorders.
Molds grow on many different materials including wood, dust, and dirt. Some molds grow on carpet, wallpaper, insulation materials, and even food.