Mould is more likely to be a issue in winter since people are drying laundry indoors (Image: Getty)
Having mould in your home can be a major worry as it ruins your walls, rots your wooden frames and poses a major health risk if you do not deal with it quickly.
Mould can only survive on a surface with moisture, and in the wintertime, more people are drying their laundry indoors and have their windows shut which will release much more water into the air.
If this moisture is not dealt with it will cause condensation to build up in a room to create the perfect conditions for dampness and mould.
It may seem obvious to pour bleach on a mouldy surface to solve the problem but this is unlikely to work well as mould can penetrate deeply into a surface, and even if you kill the outside mould it will simply grow again from the spores that remain.
Michael Rolland, Managing Director at , has shared that the best way to stop mould is to do some simple home improvements that will prevent it from being able to spread.
Make sure to treat a surface properly after removing mould to prevent it coming back (Image: Getty)
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He said: “The key to combating mould is addressing both the symptoms and the root causes. Many of the quick fixes people rely on, such as using bleach or painting over the mould, are not effective in the long run.
“A combination of proper ventilation, fixing leaks, and using the right products is essential for long-term results.”
The best way to prevent mould for long-term results
Make sure rooms have plenty of air ventilation
Before you try to remove mould it is important to know how moisture is getting into a room, and it will grow back quickly if you do not deal with the underlying cause.
Mould tends to be more common in areas of the home not exposed to fresh air as it allows moisture to build up quickly.
Michael said: “Firstly, ensure your home is well-ventilated by opening windows regularly to allow airflow, especially in high-moisture areas like the kitchen and bathroom. Use dehumidifiers or fans in damp areas to reduce moisture levels in the air.”
If mould is a constant issue then you may have leak somewhere in your home (Image: Getty)
After cooking or showering make sure to always open a window to remove any condensation but also make sure you are removing the moisture from a room if you are drying laundry indoors as well.
Check for any leaks in unexpected areas
If mould is a constant problem on walls then you likely have a leak somewhere in your home, so take the time to do a thorough check to fix an issue before it becomes a bigger problem.
Michael said: “Make sure any leaks are fixed, whether that’s a minor leak from a tap or a bigger roof leak. Both can cause mould-related problems if left to their own devices.
Use a stain-blocking primer and anti-mould paint
Once you have fixed what is causing mould and removed it then you will likely have an unsightly stain on your wall from the water damage.
A simple way to prevent mould from being an issue in the future is to fix the stain with a primer and then use an anti-mould paint, which will not moisture and spores from being able to gather on a surface.
A simple way to prevent mould it to make sure rooms are getting enough ventilation (Image: Getty)
Michael said: “Using a stain-blocking primer, like Zinsser’s , can effectively seal and prevent the stain from bleeding through the top coat. Once the primer has been applied and dried, you can proceed with your anti-mould paint.”
He added: “Using anti-mould paint can be an effective approach, one of our most recommended is .
“These specialist paints contain fungicidal agents that actively prevent mould regrowth and can be more durable in high-moisture areas like bathrooms and kitchens.”
Using an anti-mould paint and having proper ventilation is the proper way to keep your home damp-free long-term so you do not have to worry about mould growth in the future.