Damp carpet smells are typically caused by trapped moisture, mold, or bacteria. Use an enzyme-based or vinegar-water solution depending on whether mold is present or not. The key to preventing musty ...

In the new paper, the researchers map out how an enzyme in a common mold species called Aspergillus fumigatus adds a pair of oxygen atoms to a toxin the mold produces. The surprise to biochemists was ...

Hydrogen peroxide is a natural oxidizer and an anti-fungal agent that targets mold at the root. Use 3% hydrogen peroxide to clean mold in shower grout and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes. The tiny ...