Mould can thrive in the winter months, especially in the bathroom and where washing is dried. Luckil (Image: Getty)
There are hundreds of thousands of species of , and whilst not all types are dangerous, some types are rarer than others.
It is better to prevent mould from growing than dealing with the issue but sometimes this is tricky.
The experts at said: “It’s important to protect yourself from mould spores by wearing gloves, a face mask and goggles.
“Open your windows, but keep the doors closed to prevent the mould spores from spreading to other areas of the .
“Have a plastic bag handy and remove any soft furnishing, soft toys and clothes that have gathered mould.”
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According to the experts, soft items like these will need to be professionally cleaned or thrown away as they may have mould inside them.
In order to clean the mould, you’ll need to make a homemade solution with water and a mild detergent.
The pros said: “Fill a bucket with some water and a mild detergent such as soap used for hand washing clothes or washing up liquid.
“Use a cloth and dip it in the soapy water. Use this to carefully wipe away the mould.
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Washing up liquid can be mixed with water to tackle mould (Image: Getty)
“Be careful not to brush it as this could release mould spores. Once you’ve finished, use a dry cloth to remove all of the moisture from the affected area.”
This may need to be repeated regularly in order to stop the mould from returning, especially in areas like the bathroom.
If you feel like you need something stronger, opt for mould-removing products from the supermarket or home stores.
The experts urged Britons to follow the instructions when using these products from the bottle as they tend to be extra strong.
The pros continued: “If you have tried to clean mould, but it keeps reappearing, it’s best to call a professional to come and deal with the mould issue.
“Professionals will be able to identify the type of mould issue that you have and deal with it appropriately.”
In the meantime, it’s important to prevent mould from becoming an issue by ventilating the home as well as prevent extra moisture when cooking.
Make sure to use bathroom fans to extract excess moisture, and avoid drying clothes indoors where possible or use a dehumidifier.
It’s also crucial to allow airflow throughout the home, even in the winter months when it is cold outside.