SYNSTECH Life Lattice help prevents mold growth, and here’s why:
1. Highly Adsorptive Surface
SYNSTECH Life Lattice is a Graphene Variant with an exceptionally high surface area and porosity. This means it can adsorb moisture and volatile organic compounds (VOCs)—key ingredients mold spores need to grow.
By reducing available moisture and nutrients, it creates a less hospitable environment for mold.
2. Alkaline pH
SYNSTECH Life Lattice has a high pH (alkaline), depending on the feedstock and pyrolysis process. Mold prefers slightly acidic to neutral environments.
An alkaline substrate can inhibit spore germination and hyphal growth.
3. Microbiome Competition
When SYNSTECH Life Lattice is inoculated (or naturally seeded) with beneficial microbes, these can outcompete mold for resources, especially if it is is used in soil or mixed into materials.
This creates a biological shield or BioFilm that favors helpful organisms over fungal pathogens.
4. Moisture Regulation
SYNSTECH Life Lattice helps regulate humidity by absorbing and slowly releasing water.
Mold thrives in stagnant, wet environments. SYNSTECH Life Lattice’s ability to buffer moisture fluctuations can disrupt the stable humidity molds need.
But it depends on the environment:
- If SYNSTECH Life Lattice is used in a constantly damp, dark, and poorly ventilated area, mold can still grow.
- If it’s incorporated into building materials or coatings, combining it with hydrophobic agents or antimicrobial inoculants will enhance protection.