Gary G. Lynch is vice chairman and global general counsel for Bank of America, responsible for overseeing the companyâs legal functions and its relationships with regulatory and law enforcement authorities around the world. Based in New York, he is a member of the bankâs executive management team.
Sometimes, humidity or dampness (water vapor) in the air can supply enough moisture for mold growth. Indoor relative humidity (RH) should be kept below 60 percent -- ideally between 30 percent and 50 percent, if possible. Low humidity may also discourage pests (such as cockroaches) and dust mites.
Wooden structural materials and textiles can deterio-. rate when mold is allowed to thrive on them. â  Molds grow best in warm temperatures, 77 to 86. degrees Fahrenheit, though some growth may occur. anywhere between 32 and 95 degrees. â  Molds require moisture. Moisture can come from.