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Should I paint over mold?

Mold growth on drywall is an indication of a moisture problem. Painting over the mold will not fix the problem. Once mold growth has been established, it takes very little moisture (as low as 70% relative humidity in the air) to continue to support the growth. Mold that is trapped under a layer of paint will continue to grow and will, eventually, return.