Environmental health specialist Jeff Charlton has launched a new website, Talking Mould, to provide a central source of verified information and discussion on mould in buildings.
The initiative responds to heightened concern about mould in homes and workplaces and the need for accessible technical guidance.
The platform consolidates material from Charlton’s extensive career, offering resources for surveyors, landlords, tenants and homeowners seeking practical advice on recognising and managing mould.
Its Knowledge Centre contains a structured collection of his publications and technical documents, covering topics from risk evaluation to remediation methods and long-term prevention. The material will be updated as new research becomes available.
The site also incorporates JeffCharlton.ai, a specialist knowledge system developed from decades of investigative casework and peer-reviewed evidence. The system allows users to explore technical information and obtain context for decision-making.
In addition to written resources, Talking Mould has created an open Facebook group designed to encourage discussion, share experience and provide access to expert input.
A forthcoming medical diagnostic tool is intended to help individuals consider whether mould exposure may be linked to health concerns, reflecting increased demand for reliable guidance.
Jeff Charlton commented: “I want people to ask better questions, understand risk earlier, and make more informed decisions. Talking Mould is about empowering individuals and professionals with the knowledge they need to protect their health and property.”
The launch comes at a time when mould has received significant attention in public health and housing debates across the UK.
Charlton added: “Talking Mould is committed to providing credible, up-to-date information and fostering open discussion. Our goal is to help people navigate the challenges of mould with confidence and clarity.”
Further resources and tools are planned, with the aim of establishing the site as a leading reference for mould-related knowledge.
Charlton’s work over four decades has informed policy and professional practice in the management of environmental contamination in buildings.
