Brits have been given a stark warning as the chilly season takes hold, with experts urging residents to crack open their windows twice daily throughout November. As we inch closer to December and the festive cheer of Christmas, there’s a looming threat in our homes that could dampen the holiday spirit – mould.
To combat this pesky intruder without cranking up the central heating, there are some nifty tricks you can employ. Nancy Emery from Drench has told how to keep your home mould-free during the colder months. She warned: “The UK’s wet weather means mould is a common complaint for homes. Whether the unsightly slime of black mould in your bathroom or blue and green mould on walls, the presence of any mould in your home can be dangerous.
“But, you do not have to wait for it to set in to tackle it, there are several steps you can take to prevent mould and save on removal costs.”
“It may seem counterproductive to open your windows in cold or wet weather, but it is essential to stop mould growth. Cracking open windows a couple of times a day, especially after showering, bathing or cooking, is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to help moisture escape.”, reports Birmingham Live.
“Mould thrives in warm and wet environments. So, it is especially important to increase ventilation in the colder months, when prolonged time spent indoors can result in heat building up from our central heating, bodies and breath.”
Nancy also advised: “Up to 75% of moisture, which will lead to mould, can be eliminated by wiping down wet surfaces immediately. Any surface that collects water, for instance around the kitchen sink after washing up, or on the bathroom tiles and floors after getting out of the shower, should be wiped down after use.”
She further added, “Accumulated water on tiles, no matter the room, can get into the grout and silicone, which is where a build-up of mould is likely to develop.”
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