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It might seem like the fastest solution. You see a mould stain on your wall, it looks ugly, maybe it smells a bit off, and your first instinct is to paint over it. Out of sight, out of mind, right? Unfortunately, in Singapore’s climate, that trick almost never works. In fact, painting over mould without proper treatment can make the situation worse and cost you more to fix in the long run. Why Some Homeowners Try to Paint Over Mould We get it. Nobody wants to stare at black o

You’re not imagining it. Those little bugs crawling around your walls, windows, or bathroom tiles are real. And they’re not termites or bedbugs. In most cases, they’re booklice. These insects are harmless on their own, but often a sign of something more serious happening in your home. If you’ve been spotting tiny white or translucent insects moving slowly across surfaces, especially after rainy days, it could mean your home is harbouring hidden mould. What Are Booklice and Wh

You can clean regularly, use air fresheners, and keep your room looking spotless. But if the air in your bedroom doesn’t move, mould will still find a way to grow. Poor ventilation is one of the most common and misunderstood causes of mould in Singapore homes. It’s silent, it builds up over time, and by the time you notice the smell or stains, the mould has already taken hold. Let’s break down why this happens and what you can do to fix it. Why Ventilation Matters in Singapor

If you've scrubbed off mould in your bedroom more than once and it just keeps coming back, you're not alone. At Sterng, we see this issue regularly in homes across Singapore . The truth is, mould isn’t just a surface problem. It's a symptom of deeper issues in your room’s environment. Why Mould Comes Back So Often in Singapore Homes Living in Singapore means living with constant humidity . Most bedrooms don’t get much ventilation, especially if windows stay shut for aircon us

Mould showing up around your aircon unit is more common than most homeowners realise. In many cases, the cause isn’t poor cleaning habits or lack of ventilation. It’s hidden water leakage from the unit itself. Even after wiping it away or repainting, mould often returns unless the root cause is fixed. Let’s break down what’s really happening and how to stop it for good. Why Mould Often Appears Near the Aircon When an aircon unit is running, it produces condensation. Ideally,

Singapore is no stranger to humid weather. But while we’ve all learned to live with the sticky air and frequent rain, most homeowners don’t realise just how much that humidity is encouraging mould to grow inside their homes. Even well-kept rooms with clean walls and regular aircon use aren’t safe from it. Here’s how humidity works against you and what you can do to keep your home mould-free . How Humidity Works in Singapore Singapore’s average humidity ranges from 70 to 90 pe

Singapore’s tropical climate—with its high humidity and frequent rainfall—creates a perfect storm for mould growth. From residential...

Mould has long been a concern in humid climates like Singapore, where the constant warmth and moisture create ideal breeding grounds....

Mould is a common issue in humid climates such as Singapore. These multicellular fungi flourish in environments with excessive moisture,...