The new year might be well underway but homeowners are still grappling with persistent household woes like condensation and mould.
The chilly exterior clashes with indoor warmth, leading to water vapour settling on our windows. Not only does this look unsightly, but it can spur the growth of black mould that’s bad news for health if ignored. Fear not, though, as we’ve been dishing out plenty of advice on how to give mould the boot, with DIY mixtures, useful gadgets, and the ideal home temperature.
One savvy lady has taken to sharing her ultimate hack for wiping out windowsill mould effortlessly. Samina, who regularly posts cleaning tips on her TikTok @samina_iltaf, recently uploaded a clip showing her battle against both condensation and mould.
Initially, she zaps the condensation using a window vacuum; however, you can make do by just wiping it down with a squeegee. Then comes the game changer – a spritz of Astonish Mould and Mildew spray, snagged from Wilko for a mere 95p.
While the spray itself is potent, Samina ups its efficacy for stubborn mould situations. She lays down paper towels or toilet roll against the window seal, which she douses in the spray, explaining that it “helps keep the liquid on the window seal”.
Fast forward to her next-day video, where a simple wipe of the paper magic sweeps away all traces of the mould. Social media users are buzzing over a cleaning result, with one fan exclaiming in the comments section: “So trying this!” Another was wowed, commenting: “Wow. Perfect,” while a third simply stated: “So clean.”
A fourth chimed in with: “This is a great tip! Thank you. I’ll be trying it tomorrow.” It’s crucial to remember that while tackling mould through cleaning is key, identifying and addressing the underlying cause is essential to prevent its return.
For instance, a builder who initially couldn’t pinpoint the damp and mould source at a house recently managed to both discover and remedy the issue. If you’re in doubt, this very builder has divulged a clever method to figure out whether your home is plagued by mould or dampness, which if ignored, could rack up pricey repair bills.
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