Prevent Mold Growth Within Yacths With High Humidity Level
Yachts are a great investment, also opening up opportunities for a variety of fun water sports and activities. A beautiful yacht is a significant investment, and like any asset it needs to be cared for to ensure reliable operation and maintain its value.
High humidity, corrosion, long parking, and active boat use in an aggressive marine environment are things that need attention in yacht maintenance. Because yachts are used in water, especially at sea, humidity is one of the biggest problems. Relative humidity 30% – 50% is the ideal humidity level on a yacht. This range is the same as at home or work, as it is convenient for us humans. This humidity range is also safe for the wooden parts of the boat.
Excessive humidity creates an optimal environment for mold to grow. With warmth and high humidity, mold grows quickly and once established can persist for years. Molds also grow in cold climates. And unfortunately the freezing temperatures don't kill the molds because the spores are drought tolerant. If the temperature rises after freezing, the spores will reactivate and grow.
Molds can wreak havoc on a ship, not only can it make the ship smell really musty and foul, but it can also cause significant health problems. The most common health problems include: breathing problems, allergic reactions, migraines, inflammation and pain in the joints, mental deficiencies, and extreme tiredness.
Three priorities for yacht owners to prevent mold:
- Immediately repair leaks when found. Leaks left unattended will turn into serious mold nests.
- Prevent mold by reducing the possibility of damp conditions. Molds thrive when the boat is closed. The air trapped inside holds in moisture that cannot escape. So it is necessary to ensure good air circulation or ventilation inside the cruise ship (yacht).
- Clean up dirt, spills, crumbs and immediately wash off any seawater that has touched the soiled surface with clean water. Salt can make things moist.
In the end, it is easier to prevent mold from growing than to stop it. And the good news is that there are actions that can be taken to prevent the spread of mold and get rid of mold on yachts.
One of the best reference ingredients for applications in overcoming molds problems on yacht is Tea Tree Oil Essential Oil. Tea Tree Oil is a natural essential oil, a strong mold killer and helps prevent future growth.
Gelair Air Treatment product formulation prioritizes the content of Tea Tree Oil (100% natural essential oil) and other components that can affect the morphology and structure of the mycelium in molds, damage cell walls and cell membranes of mold and change the fatty acid composition of molds so that it has been proven effective as an antimold and anti-bacterial.
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