Bathroom mould will vanish with one natural ingredient - and never come back

Mrs Hinch fans have shared their top tips for removing mould and mildew, as well as how to prevent it from returning

Pesky mould can escalate from trivial spots into sprawling patches; dealing with it promptly is crucial. But what causes it?

Mould usually sprouts due to excessive condensation when warm, moist air hits a cooler surface like a wall or window. That's why bathrooms are often battlegrounds against stubborn mould infestations, which can escalate in the winter months. Come winter, mould thrives as many choose to bask in the warmth of their radiators rather than open their windows to the nippy outside air. Lacking sufficient airflow, combined with the uptick in indoor humidity, allows mould to fester across various surfaces, including wooden finishes, around plastic sealant, between tiles, or even on painted concrete walls, reports the Express.

Now, as folks crank up the heating to fend off the outside chill, die-hard Mrs Hinch fans have been sharing their top tricks for keeping mould and mildew at bay in their homes. Turning to the Mrs Hinch fan cleaning group on Facebook for wisdom, Kimberley Maynard posted a plea for assistance.

She was hunting down the best strategy to tackle an obstinate mould spot on her windowsill, inquiring in her message: "Is this mould? If so, how do I get rid of it? ". Adding to her query, she laid out her previous attempts and sought further advice: "I've tried cleaning it with Astonish Mould and Mildew and neat bleach, but it's not budging. Is it something I should leave to soak or will it just need re-caulking? ". Clean-freak aficionados rushed in droves to reply, dishing out an assortment of recommendations and their go-to products for the issue.

Thrace Genocky advised: "Try the Pink Stuff paste and, if not it's better, to put new caulk on it." Linda Docherty offered her own solution: "Dettol Mould and Mildew; it's strong but fabulous especially round the bath." Belinda Wright suggested a similar approach: "Soak cotton wool pad in mould and mildew remover. Press onto area and leave overnight to soak in. Repeat if marks have not gone."

However, Nadine Hopson recommended a different product: "I used the mould and mildew spray on our new place and it barely did anything. I used the Mould Magic and it was amazing!" Kirsty Clements proposed another method: "Try Elbow Grease and a Sonic Scrubber." For those preferring an eco-friendly approach, Lin Ingram advised: "White vinegar and baking soda paste."

Preventing mould and mildew from returning. Mould thrives in warm, damp, and dark areas, so opening curtains and windows during the day could be the answer. Additionally, using a dehumidifier can remove excess moisture from the air, reducing the likelihood of mould and mildew developing.