BREAK THE MOULD
The £2.99 plant that’ll banish bathroom mould in a matter of days without taking up too much space, according to experts
Experts have also revealed how often you should deep clean your bathroom
DO you ever get fed up with your bathroom getting covered in mould after you’ve taken a shower?
According to cleaning experts, one way to reduce the change of the issue arising is to buy some house plants for the room.
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Not only will they make the room look prettier, but it also has a great benefits for the room’s humidity too.
Kerry Hale, cleaning expert at shower brand, said: “At this time of year, can be a bathroom burden as the colder weather and increased indoor heat creates an ideal breeding ground for spores.
“Luckily, there are a few simple things you can do to prevent it.
“To lower the air’s humidity and reduce the chance of mould, some have purifying properties that can help with this as well as adding an attractive design element.
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"English ivy, peace lilies, reed palms and Boston ferns are all good choices to keep humidity at bay.”
Thankfully, it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg to achieve.
You can pick up English Ivy, also known as Hedera Helix, for as little as £1.99 from
If plants aren’t your thing, there are a number of other ways to keep mould at bay.
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Kerry explained: “Ensuring good ventilation decreases the amount of moisture in the area and allows it to disperse.
“After showering, open a window to reduce the chance of condensation settling on the walls, ceiling, or around the windows.
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“If you don’t have any windows in your bathroom, consider investing in a ventilator fan or dehumidifier to create the same effect.
“You can also wipe down the shower area including the tray and wall panels to remove excess moisture that could potentially turn into mould.
“Implementing a regular cleaning routine for your bathroom is also a good mould deterrent.
“As the bathroom is used daily, we recommend cleaning it every week and doing a deep clean every month.
“Clean your bathroom walls by wiping them down with an all-purpose cleaning product.
“To quickly clean your bathroom floors, use floor cleaner and mop with clean, hot water. If you live in a hard-water area, you might need to use a limescale-combating bathroom cleaner too.”
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According to data by an astronomical 58 per cent of privately rented households across England have reported damp, mould and/or excessive cold.
Not can only black spores make for an unsightly mess, the widespread fungi, as well as being exposed by dampness, can also have a negative impact on your health.
The NHS warned that those particularly vulnerable are people with respiratory problems, respiratory infections, allergies or asthma, as well as newborns, young children and the elderly.
Being exposed to and inhaling the mould spores can cause a range of issues, such as sneezing, a runny nose, red eyes and skin rash.
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In some cases mould can also cause asthma attacks.
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January - Herbs, spring garlic, broad beans, onions, raspberry canes
February - Chit first early potatoes, cucumber and tomato seeds, early peas, salad, bare root strawberry plants
March - Aubergine, broccoli, cauliflower seeds, chilli plants, apple and pear trees.
April - Beetroot and courgette seeds, maincrop potatoes, melon seeds.
May - Leeks, pumpkins, butternut squash, sweetcorn, parsnips, blackberry canes.
June - Kale, cabbage, chilli peppers, french beans, strawberries.
July - Turnips, winter radishes, carrots, french beans.
August - Spinach, rocket, spring onions, chard.
September - Pak choi, mustard, lamb’s lettuce.
October - Garlic, onion, blueberries.
November - Broad beans, peas, shallots, bare root gooseberry.
December - Salad leaves, broad beans, onions, chilli plants.
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