THE cold and damp winter months may be behind us for now, but many households will still be suffering from mould.
UK homes often end up with condensation and mould during winter and early spring, with the bathroom being the most common room affected.
Thankfully, cleaning pros have revealed a product you can grab on the high street to tackle even the toughest of stains.
Even if you clean your bathroom daily, mould is a common problem because of the humidity levels caused by showers and baths.
Mould can grow on sealant around the windows, bath, and sink, making your bathroom look dirty no matter what you do.
It can look unsightly in the home – but that’s not the only problem mould causes.
The NHS states if you have damp and mould in your home you’re more likely to have respiratory problems, respiratory infections, allergies or asthma.
Damp and mould can also affect the immune system.
Taking to Instagram, the pros from @thecleangroup have revealed how a supermarket buy can make all the difference – and there’s no scrubbing involved.
“Totally natural & totally powerful. You don’t need to use toxic chemicals to banish black mould,” they captioned the viral post.
So, what’s the secret?
The combination of hydrogen peroxide and some simple kitchen roll is all you need.
The best part is you don’t need to break the bank to get your hands on it either, since hydrogen peroxide can be bought from B&Q for just £8.99.
Of course, you won’t need to use a full bottle since you’ll only need to cover the affected areas, meaning the trick will work out to as little as 30p.
First decant 6% Hydrogen Peroxide into a spray bottle and spritz any areas with black mould.
Then line the same areas with kitchen roll and spray again before waiting 30 minutes to remove everything – you should make sure to wear gloves when using hydrogen peroxide as well.
Finish up by rinsing the same area thoroughly and you’ll be left with a bathroom that looks as good as new.
“That’s it! No scrubbing, no toxic chemicals and no bleach,” the pros said.
After sharing the trick on Instagram other cleaning fans couldn’t believe how well it worked.
One said: “This is brilliant, thank you!”
And a second commented: “I’m giving my daughters house a full reset while she’s off for the weekend and I know she had this problem so thanks for sharing this.”
“I’ve never tried this, I always use white vinegar but great results,” another wrote.
An expert's guide to removing mould and repainting walls
Not only does mould look ugly, but if it’s not treated properly it can impact your health.
Ronseal shared its guide to removing, fixing and preventing mould infestations.
You should only remove mould if it’s caused by condensation and covers an area smaller than one metre squared. If the mould is caused by sewage or contaminated water, call in a professional.
Before you start, wear goggles, long rubber gloves and a mask that covers your nose and mouth to protect you from the mould spores. Open the windows for added ventilation but keep the doors shut to avoid spores spreading.
How to remove mould from walls:
- Fill a bucket with water and mild detergent like washing up liquid. Or use a dedicated mould remover to make quick work of it.
- Dip a cloth in water and wipe the mould off the wall. Don’t brush it as this can release mould spores.
- Once you’ve removed the mould, use a dry rag to remove the rest of the moisture.
- Throw away the cloth and vacuum the room to make sure you’ve removed all of the spores.
How to paint over mould:
Never ever paint over mould without killing it first. It won’t tackle the source of the problem and will make it look worse.
Once you’ve treated the affected area, use a specialist anti-mould paint to finish the job.
Damp stains can be painted over with a suitable paint like Ronseal’s 6 Year Anti Mould Paint, so long as the damp has dried and the source has been treated. Some damp sealants can be applied directly onto a wet surface, so check the instructions before you begin.
