Now spring is here, many Britons are looking for ways to give their homes a seasonal refresh ahead of the warmer months. Spring is a great time for Britons to do the tasks they have been putting off during the winter such as deep cleaning floors, cleaning inside and behind radiators and giving windows a good scrub.
One task that can be ignored during the winter months is mould removal, especially in bathrooms.
While mould is unsightly and can be toxic, some people either don’t realise they have mould on their walls or don’t understand the dangers of it and so fail to remove it before it becomes a bigger problem.
Mould is very common in UK homes and can grow on tiles, fabrics, carpets and wood when there is moisture in the air.
Some of the worst areas for mould are in bathrooms where there is a damp environment and more condensation.
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Bathroom walls and tiles should be cleaned down monthly or even weekly, especially after a cold winter where moisture and water vapour will have gathered and could have caused mould to form.
Rikki Fothergill, bathroom style expert at luxury bathroom specialists Big Bathroom Shop has shared two ways to remove mould from bathroom walls and tiles.
The bathroom expert first advised homeowners to check to see if they have any mould in their bathrooms.
He said to look out for damage such as small black mould spots or a muddy film on grout, tiles and walls.
“For an alternative, non-toxic mould killer, white vinegar is your best bet.
“Grab yourself a spray bottle and pour in some white vinegar.
“It does not need to be diluted, in fact, it is at its most effective when it is just pure vinegar being sprayed.
“The same cleaning method as above applies but after scrubbing, we advise to spray on another layer for 30 minutes before rinsing.”
Some experts recommend using baking soda, or bicarbonate of soda, mixed with water to remove mould.
Baking soda has a pH of around eight which makes it too alkaline for mould to grow. It’s also mildly abrasive which means it can help remove stubborn mould stains.
The ingredient, which is usually used in baking, doesn’t contain chemicals and can be used around pets.
It’s also a natural deodoriser which means it can help banish unpleasant damp and mouldy smells while cleaning.