Thursday, August 29, 2013

Whiskey fungus/mold cleaning Frankfort, KY





Why is it called whiskey fungus?
Distilleries release ethanol into the atmosphere during the process of distilling and aging liquor. Whiskey fungus is called whiskey fungus because it was first noticed growing on and around distilleries in Europe during the 1800s.

What is whiskey fungus?
Whiskey fungus is a black fungus that grows when ethanol is released into the atmosphere. Technically, it's called Baudoinia compniacensis.
What does whiskey fungus look like?
Whiskey fungus appears as black dots, spots, and stains, often on the siding and gutters of a home, on a car's roof.

Why does whiskey fungus grow around distilleries?
Whiskey fungus flourishes around distilleries because the process of distilling and aging liquor discharges ethanol into the environment. The whiskey fungus uses the ethanol to grow. 
Why is whiskey fungus a problem? 
Whiskey fungus causes staining and damage on the surfaces on which it grows. It damages homes and cars and diminishes property values.

source.... http://www.whiskeyfunguslawsuit.com/

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