Building Mycology

Dr Jagjit Singh, Jagjit Singh

Foreword. Preface. Built environment and development of fungi. Introduction, ecology, taxonomy and economic importance of fungi in buildings. Nature and extent of fungal decay in buildings. The physiology and morphology of fungal decay in buildings. Aerobiology and indoor environment; principles and methodology. Fungal disfigurement of interior finishes. Inspection, monitoring and environmental control of timber decay. Detection and biocontrol of wood decay organisms. Remedial chemical control of fungal decay in buildings. Biodeterioration of wall paintings - the Indian experience. Indoor mycology, The North American experience. Fungal problems in buildings, The Danish experience. The effect of filamentous fungi on stone monuments - the Spanish experience. Index.