How does toxic mould work?


	How does toxic mould work?

tabsey

1-20-2008 3:50 AM

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tabsey says:

My wife has been working on the mould due to higher humidity. Nasty stuff.

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1-20-2008 5:27 AM

debbyski

Extremely nasty indeed.

1-20-2008 3:32 PM

kkcapricorn

Especially if you are allergic to mold.

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