Popular 'mould-removing' hack is actually making black mould grow quicker– here's what to use

With the wet weather, trying to fend off mould can be hard, but the popular 'mould removing' hack may actually be making it worse - here's what you should be using to be rid of black mould

Despite people online sharing their 'tips and tricks' for banishing black mould, with home cleaning solutions and DIY recommendations, it turns out these popular hacks may actually be making it worse.

Recommended on social media, a homemade trick became widely popular as a surefire way to get rid of black mould spots for good. This involved using household bleach to target and fend off the pesky mould, however - though this may appear to be working immediately, it actually is making the mould worse. This is what you should be using instead.

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In a blog post from RPF Environmental, this combination of bleach and water which has been dubbed a great "hack" to fight black mould, is actually just causing it to spread further.

The blog reads: "Since bleach doesn’t kill the roots underneath porous surfaces, it will only cause the mould to grow deeper and stronger as a reaction to the bleach. Also, bleach contains around 90% water. So once the chlorine evaporates and only the water is left, it will soak into the surface and feed the mould spores underneath it. This will make the infestation worse."

What you should be using instead is a dehumidifier, which is a great investment for any home, as they are designed to get rid of the moisture in your home, which is the main cause of black mould spreading - plus, they're incredibly useful for other tasks like drying laundry.

So if bleach and water haven't been working for you, you're going to want to grab one of these beauties to help keep your house mould-free.

We recommend this pick from Amazon that's currently on sale. The Pro Breeze 12L dehumidifier would normally set you back by £139.99 but is currently boasting a nifty 20% discount. With over 6000 reviews, this gem costs 7p to run and is ideal for damp homes where mould has taken hold.

The dehumidifier works by removing moisture from the air, to prevent mould from taking root on walls, while also banishing musty smells. It can extract up to 12L of water per day and has a large 1.8L water tank which automatically shuts off when full. It's also equipped with a drainage hose for continuous operation.

This wonder product even has a smart automatic humidity sensor with indicator lights that allows you to track room humidity and will switch the dehumidifier off once target humidity is reached. Pair this with a highly rated mould-tackling spray, like this best-selling product for £5, to fight off the mould for good.

One shopper who is singing the praises of this dehumidifier raves: "If you have problems with dampness, mould, wet windows and glass patio doors don't hesitate to invest in this. I have had it a couple of weeks and the difference it has made has been tremendous. The laundry mode is excellent, it even dries your clothes a lot quicker than normal."

So if you want to banish mould effectively and properly, pop over to Amazon to whisk up this gadget and enjoy the results. If you're looking for a reliable alternative that's more suited to a smaller budget, check out this other Amazon option.

Or, for those looking at other retailers, you can grab this gem from Debenhams for £199.