Wie kann ich die Luftfeuchtigkeit in meinem Zuhause reduzieren, um Schimmel zu vermeiden?

To reduce the humidity in your home and prevent mold growth, you can take the following measures: Use dehumidifiers, especially in damp rooms such as basements or bathrooms. Ensure adequate ventilation by opening windows or using fans. Seal any leaks to prevent moisture from penetrating. Ensure regular ventilation, especially after cooking or showering, to allow moisture to escape quickly.

Welche Anzeichen deuten auf Schimmelbefall hin, und wie kann ich ihn erkennen?

Signs of mold infestation include Visible stains or discoloration on walls, ceilings or furniture. A musty smell that does not go away. Allergic reactions such as sneezing, coughing or breathing difficulties, especially in certain areas of your home. To detect mold, you should regularly check for moisture stains or other changes on surfaces. If you suspect mould, you should act quickly to minimize health risks.

Was sind effektive Methoden zur Schimmelprävention in Wohnräumen?

Effective methods to prevent mold in living spaces include: Keep humidity levels below 60% and use hygrometers to monitor levels. Install exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens to improve air circulation. Insulate cold surfaces to reduce condensation. Regularly clean potentially damp areas, such as tile grout in shower areas, to remove mold spores. By taking these preventative measures, you can significantly reduce the risk of mold growth in your home.

Monitor air quality and living spaces, measure chemicals and carbon monoxide

air-Q as an anti-mold measuring device with precise early warning system.

With up to 14 sensors, you can monitor the air for toxins and hazards and prevent mold before it develops. The air-Q's precise mould index reacts to conditions that promote mould, such as high relative humidity, low temperature and high VOC values. The air-Q also alerts you to poor ventilation behavior.

Buy air-Q and avoid mould

Avoid mould

If rooms have high humidity and low temperatures, mold can form quickly. The risk of harmful mold infestation increases, especially if the air is contaminated with specific pollutants. You can prevent the formation of mold with the air-Q air measuring device, because the air-Q is the most sensitive air sensor in the world - and smart! Protect your home from anywhere and monitor the values via smartphone app or PC.

Avoid mould

If rooms have high humidity and temperature, mould can quickly form. Especially when the air is contaminated with specific pollutants, the risk of a mould infestation that is harmful to health increases. You can prevent mould from forming with the air-Q air measuring device, because the air-Q is the most sensitive air sensor in the world - and smart! Protect your home from anywhere and monitor the values via smartphone app or via the desktop version.

Buy air-Q and avoid mould

Avoid the risk of mold with the air-Q

Find out how you can detect and prevent mold with the air-Q and how the air-Q mold index works.

Measuring VOC gases as mold indicators

In addition to mold spores, mold also emits various harmful substances. Inhaling these spores or substances that can be measured as VOC gases can lead to irritant or allergic reactions, ranging from breathing difficulties to skin irritations. The air-Q reliably measures VOC gases so that you can intervene in good time before limit values are exceeded. This proactive monitoring allows you to improve your indoor air quality and avoid health risks, creating a safe and comfortable living environment.

Keeping an eye on humidity and temperature

Mold can grow anywhere, as it only needs warmth, water and organic material to live. Especially in winter and in poorly ventilated rooms, places can develop in the room where the relative humidity becomes so high that moisture condenses - the breeding ground for mold. The air-Q displays the critical humidity/temperature values (see also dew point). If these values exceed critical values, you will receive a message.

air-Q App Measure Air Quality Health Performance

How does the air-Q mold index* work?

The air-Q mould index calculates the risk of mould based on the progression of measured variables such as absolute and relative humidity, VOCs and ventilation behavior. These values are used to create an index that indicates the risk of mold growth. If the index rises, this indicates an increased risk. This means that measures such as correct ventilation or the use of dehumidifiers can be recommended at an early stage to prevent mold. The mold index helps to monitor air quality and avoid potential problems.

*available from November 2024

FAQs on mold prevention

Content

General questions

• What are effective methods for preventing mold in living spaces?

keyboard_arrow_down

Effective methods for mold prevention in living spaces include:

Keep the humidity below 60 % and use an air meter to monitor the values.
Install exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens to improve air circulation.
Insulate cold surfaces to reduce condensation.
Regularly clean potentially damp areas, such as tile joints in shower areas, to remove mold spores. By taking these preventative measures, you can significantly reduce the risk of mold growth in your home.

• What signs indicate mold infestation and how can I recognize it?

keyboard_arrow_down

Signs of mold infestation include

Visible stains or discoloration on walls, ceilings or furniture.
A musty smell that won't go away.
Allergic reactions such as sneezing, coughing or breathing difficulties, especially in certain areas of your home To detect mold, you should regularly check for moisture stains or other changes on surfaces. If you suspect mould, you should act quickly to minimize health risks.

• How can I reduce the humidity in my home to prevent mold?

keyboard_arrow_down

To reduce the humidity in your home and prevent mold growth, you can take the following measures:

Use dehumidifiers, especially in damp rooms such as cellars or bathrooms.
Ensure adequate ventilation by opening windows or using fans.
Seal any leaks to prevent the ingress of moisture.
Make sure you air the room regularly, especially after cooking or showering, to allow moisture to dissipate quickly.

‍

• What are the main causes of mold growth indoors?

keyboard_arrow_down

Indoor mold growth can be caused by a variety of factors, including high humidity, poor ventilation, water damage and cool temperatures. The most common sources of moisture include leaking pipes, excessive showering or cooking without adequate ventilation and the accumulation of condensation on cold surfaces. To prevent mould, these causes should be identified and remedied at an early stage.

‍

Notification via push and mail

You receive notifications by e-mail or push message in real time.

Visual and audible alarm

LEDs and loud acoustic alarms make critical situations immediately recognisable and audible.

High accuracy

Reliable detection using dedicated sensors avoids false alarms and provides security.

All measured values at a glance with the air-Q app for smartphone and web

01

All measured values can be viewed and analysed via the air-Q smartphone app. Nothing remains undetected, because the sensors used in the air-Q measure at a sampling rate of less than two seconds - in other words, in real time.

The air-Q is also networkable and works with common smart home standards. Thanks to the open data interfaces, there are no limits to your own in-depth analyses and connections to your smart home.

Buy air-Q and protect against mould

High quality

Up to 14 calibrated sensors + App for smartphone & PC + Made in Germany + Durable technology

Sustainable

Interchangeable sensors + CO₂ - neutral shipping + plastic-free packaging

Smart

Digital health advisor with individual tips + voice assistant + smart home integration with IFTTT, Homey, openHAB etc.

The right air-Q for you:

air-Q basic (AQ-1000)

air-Q basic - monitor air quality and mold with 10 sensors.

Perfect for home and office

Mold risk display and alarm for smoke, fire and toxic gases

Smart Home Support

Free Smartphone App & Web App

489 €

429 €

Buy air-Q basic

What is mold?

Molds are microorganisms that thrive in humid environments and are part of the natural environment. Indoors, however, they can pose significant health risks. Mold spores are present everywhere in the air and find ideal growth conditions indoors under optimal conditions, such as high humidity and poor air circulation.

Causes of mold growth

There are many causes of mold growth. It is often caused by leaking roofs or walls, high humidity in rooms or poor ventilation, especially in bathrooms and kitchens. Water damage, for example due to burst pipes or flooding, also contributes to mold growth.

Health effects

Exposure to mold can lead to a variety of health problems. These include respiratory illnesses, allergies and asthma attacks as well as skin irritations and general symptoms such as headaches and aching limbs. People with pre-existing respiratory conditions, the elderly and children are particularly at risk.

Prevention of mold growth

Preventive measures are crucial to avoid mold growth. Regular ventilation of rooms and checking the humidity, which should ideally be below 60%, are important steps. Leaks should be repaired immediately and water damage should be drained and repaired without delay. Use a sensitive air measuring device with a mold warning or mold index to be able to react at an early stage.

Use of mold measuring devices

In addition, the use of mold measuring devices or air measuring devices that can measure the causes of mold can be helpful to continuously monitor the air quality. These devices provide early warning of increased humidity and poor ventilation behavior, as well as high VOC concentrations, so that preventive measures can be initiated in good time.

Conclusion

Overall, mold is a serious problem that can endanger both the building fabric and health. Regular checks and suitable measures can help you create a healthy living environment and effectively prevent mold growth.