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| The
key to mold prevention and mold & mildew removal is to eliminate moisture.
You might want to use a Mold
Test Kit which quantify and identify mold sources. |
| Step
1. You need a Dehumidifier
because basements must be dried out, and humidity levels should be maintained
at about 50% relative humidity or lower to prevent mold and mildew growth.
These products help solve a mold problem. |
Santa
Fe Rx Whole House Dehumidifiers
(Home)
Excellent
Type: Whole Home Dehumidifier quieter for large homes, offices, residences
with HEPA air-great for mold control, mold problems and mold removal
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• dehumidifiers that handle areas up to
2200 sq ft
• water removal: 86 pts.
• washable std. filter
• Wheel mounted
• dehumidification humidistat control
• operating temp. range 53 to 105°F |
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Includes built-in condensate pump
• Energy efficient - EPA Energy Star certified dehumidifiers
• Low noise level similar to refridgerator
• Low heat output
• Attractive white laminate cover
• Has optional HEPA filter for superior air filtration
• 1 year full warranty |
• weighs
130 lbs.
• ductless system |
• Looks
for energy cost savings with Energy Star rated dehumidifiers
• Wants whole house dehumdifier
• Needs attractive, quiet, whole house & apartment
dehumidification
• Wants a ductless solution |
$1749.95
Free
Digital Hygrometer/Thermometer with purchase until Limited Time Only!
(optional HEPA air purifier filter available)
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Comfort-Aire
Low Temperature 50, 65 Pint Dehumidifiers
Very Good
Best Value - Low End
Energy Star Rated
Type: Home or basement Dehumidifiers - for up to 1300 sq. ft. from moderately
damp to wet conditions
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• handles
1 room with area up to 1300 sq ft
• water removal: up to 50 or 65 pts. in 24 hours
• Caster mounted with built-in hand grips
• low
operation temp down to 42°F |
• Energy
efficient - EPA energy star rated
• Touchpad controls with digital display of temp and humidity
• Automatic defrost function
• Washable air filter for cleaning
• Easy access for water removal - front loading bucket with easy grip
handle
• Auto restart - after power outages, the dehumidifiers
will restart themselves |
• Air
filter is above the bucket which is not super convenient for cleaning, as
one needs to pull out the bucket first
• Included
continuous drainage tube can be awkward to insert into the continuous drainage
hole
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• Wants
reliable basement dehumidifier with low temp operation, digital humidistat
& temperature display, and pump water drain option
• Looks for energy cost savings with Energy Star rated dehumidifier
• Needs to protect furniture, photos, art, walls, equipment in
humid-damp |
From
$319.95
filter included
-pump
avail.
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Comfort-Aire
30 Pint Dehumidifiers (Home)
Very Good
Type: Home Dehumidifier -great for mold control, mold problems and mold
removal
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• handles 1 room with area up to 500 sq ft
• water removal: up to 30 pts. in 24 hours
• Caster mounted with built-in hand grips |
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Automatic defrost function
• Mechanical dial humidity control
• Washable air filter for cleaning
• Easy access for water removal - front loading bucket with easy grip
handle
• Auto restart - after power outages, the dehumidifiers
will restart themselves |
• Not
low temp - operation
range down to 65°F, however does have defrost
control auto shut-off
• Air filter is above the bucket which is not super convenient
for cleaning, as one needs to pull out the bucket first
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• Wants
reliable, dial operated humidity control plus extra features not often found
in low end dehumidifiers
• needs to protect furniture, photos, art, walls, equipment in
humid-damp public places or at home |
$249.95
filter included
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Digital
Humidistat and Thermometer with Humidity Gauge & Light.
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Easy to read
digital display
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10' weatherproof
sensor wire
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Wall mountable
or has a stand
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Reads extreme
temperatures
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Portable &
lightweight
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Uses memory
and is lighted for dark areas. |
•
helps you determine if you need to use your dehumidifier to prevent mold.
• Indoor and outdoor temperatures
• Indoor humidity- for mold control |
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Battery operated |
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Mold allergy sufferer who wants to control humidity in basement or living
areas- to prevent mold problems. |
$39.95
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Step
2. You Need Air
Purifiers to help filter your air with a HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate
Absolute) filter.
HEPA air cleaners help eliminate airborne mold spores. These
products help solve a mold problem. |
AirFree
Air Sterilizer - Air Purifiers
Very
Good
Type:
Air Sterilizer
for virus protection
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Airfree destroys 99.99% of microorganisms reaching the machine with 85%
spore count reduction in room.
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Core temperature of sterilizer 400°
• Recommended
Room Size up to 550 sq. ft.
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• Silent
• No maintenance, filters or expensive filter changes.
• Small and portable,
under 3 lbs.
• 2 year warranty
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• Passive
system with no fan
• Maximum results are achieved over a 30-day period
• Not effective for trapping large particuates such as dust and
pet hair
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Excellent for Virus control
• Wants to destroy mold spores, fungi, bacteria, viruses, and
other organic matter |
$199.00
to 239.00
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IQAir
HealthPro & Plus Hepa Air Purifiers
Excellent
 Type:
Enhanced HEPA, gas and odor filtration air cleaner- to remove mold spores |
• Programmable timer
• Certified HEPA filtration
• Needs no screwdrivers to change filters
• Plus model for gases and odors
• 5 year warranty
• Decibel range 40-72 dbs. |
• New
improved fan in July 2003 increased clean air delivery and overall noise
level sounds 20 - 30% quieter
• Separate pre- gas, and HEPA filters
• Excellent filtration of all 3 filters
• Remote control
• 6 speeds
• Programmable
• Excellent quality carbon in plus model |
• Noise
level much improved but still use on high when out of room |
• For
those with serious allergies who need superior hepa filtration- the Pro
model is excellent all purpose machine. |
$649.00-
$795.00
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Clarifier
Hepa Air Purifiers
½
Very
Good Plus
Type: HEPA and ultraviolet, carbon air cleaner-
to remove mold spores
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• 3
models available
• Ultraviolet light in 2 models
• Separate monitored pre, gas and HEPA filters
• Decibel range 43 to 55
• 5 year warranty
• All metal cabinet |
• Ultraviolet
for killing mold trapped in HEPA filter
• Large amount of carbon, good for odors, and gas control.
• Excellent HEPA efficiency - over 94% |
• Prefilter
flimsy
• Awkward filter change
• Noisy on high speeds, but can be used on low
• Plain looking |
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Virus and bacteria control • Serious allergies
• Basements with mold |
$679
to
$999
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More... |
Hamilton
Beach® HEPA Air Purifiers
Very
Good
Type:
HEPA and ultraviolet, carbon air cleaner
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to remove mold spores
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• 3
stage filtration a carbon pre-filter, HEPA filter, and UV germicidal light.
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• AHAM
tested
• digital
display
• portable,
light weight
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2 models filtering up to 350 sq ft. at high fan speed.
•
automatic monitoring
of room contamination |
• Best
for very small bedroom sizes.
• Best
used on low speed due to noise
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• Someone
who would like a digital display to show air quality
• Wants
a hepa filter plus UV light to trap mold.
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$179.95
Sale
Price $134.95
Save $45
While supplies last!
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| Step 3. You need
HEPA
Vacuum Cleaners, because vacuuming with HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate
Absolute) filter vacuums can reduce mold spore concentrations in damp areas
and carpets. A HEPA vacuum properly traps mold spores that can remain or
be spread into the air.
These products help solve a mold problem. |
Miele
Red Velvet vacuum cleaners with Powerbrush
Excellent
 Type:
Mid Size Canister Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA filter
Newest
Miele
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• Near zero emission
• HEPA filter
• Six speed motor control
• Dustbag change indicator
• 13 3/8" powerbrush
• Deluxe Parquet Floor Tool
• Sealed unit so dust cannot escape
• New emission efficient fabric dust bag |
• User friendly attachment changes
• Telescopic wand
• Direct Connect wand for powerbrush (internal wiring)
•Wider powerbrush than other Miele vacuums
• Fingertip Controls on hose handle for low to high suction
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• Small
dustbags |
•Wants
the best and newest in the Miele vacuum cleaner line
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$1,249.00
plus many optional accessories available
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Miele
Solaris Electro with Powerbrush
½
Very Good Plus
 Type:
Mid Size Canister Vacuum Cleaner with optional HEPA filter- to remove mold
spores
Mid Price Range |
• HEPA filter (optional)
• Six speed motor control
• Dustbag change indicator
• 10.5 inch lightweight electric powerbrush (2.2 lbs)
• New fabric dustbag |
• Direct
connect wand
• Telescopic wand
• More powerful than Miele Red- or White-Star Vacuum Cleaners
• Moves seamlessly from carpet to bare floor
• Lightweight (15 lbs) |
• No fingertip controls
• Small dustbags |
• Allergy
sufferer with a mix of bare floors, carpets or wall-to-wall carpet |
From $799.00
plus many optional accessories
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Electrolux
Oxygen and Oxygen Ultra canister vacuum cleaners
Very Good
 Type:
Mid Size Canister Turbo Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA filter
Value Priced |
• Washable HEPA H12 filter
• Motor driven powerhead with clear view and 14" cleaning
path
• Powerful suction
• Electronic
vacuum dust bag full indicators
• Fingertip controls on handle for suction level |
• Superior
filtration from hepa sealed system
• Deep cleaning motor driven powerhead with a unique clear view
• Lightweight (13 lbs)
• Easy to adjust 3 height powerhead foot pedal
• Special vacuum bag tabs keep dust in the bag |
• Noise
level is loud when using the powerhead
• Small dustbags - only 2 qt. |
• Allergy
sufferer who wants a hepa canister vacuum cleaner with some state of the
art features at a value price.
• Mix of carpets and bare floors
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$499.99
- $599.99
Receive a $100 mail in rebate until 8/31/05
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| Step
4. You need a Vapor
Steam Cleaner to clean, disinfect, deodorize, and kill dust mites
and mold. They are the perfect tool for allergy sufferers and those with
multiple chemical sensitivities- especially mold allergies. These products
help solve a mold problem. |
LadyBug
XL Vapor Steam Cleaners
Excellent
Type:
Multi-use vapor steam cleaner
Steam Temp: 298°F
Weight: 16 lbs. To kill mold spores and eliminate mold allergies |
• Internal
temp: 298°F
• Boiler capacity:
1.8 + 1.5 quarts
• Boiler material: stainless steel
• Pressure gauge:
Yes
• Safety trigger: Yes
• Steam cleaner tools included:
6 tools, plus 2 extension wands, spot cleaner, 6 towelling cloths |
• Continuous
refill vapor steam cleaner
• Fingertip steam controls on wand handle
• Highest steam temperature
• On board tools
• Excellent accessories & tools
• Excellent training materials
• Performance excellent
• Very durable
• Warranty: 3 years boiler. 1 year parts and accessories
|
• A
bit more awkward to carry than other vapor steam cleaners
• Expensive but superb quality
• Best used on one level floor applications |
• Has
a home over 3000 square feet
• Wants to use a steam cleaner frequently
• Wants an easy to use vapor steam cleaner that is commercial
grade, rated for light industrial use - heavier duty than the Ladybug
• Wants longer steam cleaning run time between refills - larger
tank runs longer than the Tidyvap |
From
$1449.95
Includes
Enhanced Accessory Kit - a $30 value!
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LadyBug
Vapor Steam Cleaners
Excellent
Type:
Multi-use vapor steam cleaner
Steam Temp: 285°F
Weight: 15 lbs. To
kill mold spores and eliminate mold allergies |
• Internal
temp: 290°F
• Boiler capacity:
1.8 + 1.5 quarts
• Boiler material: stainless steel
• Pressure gauge:
Yes
• Safety trigger: Yes
• Steam cleaner tools included:
6 tools, plus 2 extension wands, spot cleaner, 6 towelling cloths
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• Continuous
refill vapor steam cleaner
• Fingertip steam controls on wand handle
• Excellent accessories & tools
• Excellent training materials
• Performance excellent
• Reliable and very durable
• Warranty: 3 years boiler. 1 year parts and accessories
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• Expensive
but you get what you pay for - our category winner
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• Wants
to clean a house between 1000 - 2000 square feet
• Wants to use a steam cleaner for several hours a week
• Wants chemical free cleaning
• Wants one of the easiest and fastest vapor steam cleaners
to use
• Wants top quality
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From
$1049.95
Includes Enhanced Accessory Kit - a $30 value!
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WhiteWing
Steam Cleaners
 ½-
Good
Plus
 Type:
Multi-use vapor steam cleaners
Inside Boiler Temp: 285°F
Weight: 14.5lbs |
• Internal
temp: 285°F
• Boiler capacity:
2 Liters
• Boiler material: aluminum
• Pressure gauge:
Yes
• Safety trigger: Yes
• Steam cleaner tools included:
10 brushes, plus 2 extension wands, 2 nozzles, 6 towelling cloths, funnel,
hose |
• Reservoir
based steam cleaner
• Finger tip steam trigger on hose handle
• Surprising good quality accessories for the price
• Can buy extra cart and accessory bag
• Excellent included accessories
• Warranty: 1 year limited, plus optional extended warranties |
• Not
continuous refill - must wait 20 min. to cool down before refilling
• Runs wetter than some top of the line steam cleaners
• Disappointed performance of window tool
• Aluminum, not steel boiler |
• Wants
to clean a house or small office 1000 square feet or less
• Wants to use a steam cleaner for about 1 - 2 hours each week
• Wants machine with durable internal parts, but at a value price
• Wants best value for money in mid range market
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$399.95
Introductory
Price
Save $300!
Regular Price:
$699.95
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| Step
5. You Might Want Mold
and Mildew Resistant Bedding, as wool and latex are both natural mold
resistant materials. These products help solve a mold problem. |
Royal Pedic Adjustable Latex Bed
Excellent
Type:
Mattress,
Bed Sets
Mattress Pads
All Sizes - great for mold and mildew
resistance |
• Custom made with regular or quilt-top latex mattress.
•Optional dual massager. •Beds adjust at touch of a button.
• Dual mattresses for no partner disturbance. |
•
15 year warranty. Optional organic version available.
• The best hypoallergenic mattress for arthritic and back problems.
• Ultimate in orthopedic support with natural latex mattress.
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• Expensive
but you get what you pay for.
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• Wants
the ultimate in luxury and health beds combined. Health benefits of latex
and convenience of adjustable bed. Has sensitivities to mold, dust mites,
arthritis. |
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Euphoria
Organic Wool & Latex Mattress Pads
Excellent
Type:
Organic Wool & Latex Mattress Pads
 |
• 2"
natural latex pad surrounded by pure organic lambswool & encased in
organic cotton
• Chemical-free, toxin-free & odorless
• Naturally moisture & dust mite repellent
•Comes
in all sizes plus twin xl & full xl
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•
Elastic straps fits any depth mattress
• Easy to roll mattress pad for travel
• Adds softer feel to your mattress
• Natural latex is very durable & resilient
•
Relieves
joint and back pressure
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• Not
recommended for strong back support, but definitely a useful pad for adding
a soft touch to a mattress that is too firm |
• MCS
or chemical sensitive sufferers who need 100% pure mattress pad
• Someone looking for a natural latex, dust mite resistant mattress
pad
• Great for travel
|
From
$ 432
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Euphoria
Organic Wool Comforters
Excellent
 Type:
Twin,
Full, Queen, King comforter
290
thread count cotton
shell
summer & fall weights |
• 100%
organic Peruvian cotton shell, 100% organic imported sheepwool |
•Wool
is a lightweight, warm, moisture absorbing alternative down
•Naturally
fire retardant, dust mite and moisture repellent |
•Not
machine washable |
• Has
allergies to down comforters but likes a luxurious, lightweight, warm comforter. |
$324-$540
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