SHOPPERS are hailing a “miracle” mould spray that costs just £2 and says it can remove mould in minutes.
Glowing reviews have been posted online for the Astonish Specialist Mould Blast Spray, which can be bought for as little as £2 and says it can blast away mould without the need for scrubbing.
As the weather turns colder and damper, homes are more likely to be susceptible to mould.
But happy shoppers say the Astonish product is “by far the best” spray on the market and has helped them to keep their homes mould-free.
One reviewer wrote on the Lakeland website: “Miracle spray.. Best one ever..!!”
They continued: “I purchased two of these for rooms that I let.. The lodgers don’t always take care of the tiles..Black mould had built up so I thought they were beyond help.. Enter Astonish Specialist mould spray…
“Results after 30 mins to 1 hour were transformative.”
Another reviewer said they were “astonished” by the results after trying several mould removers in the past without much success.
“I sprayed onto a stubborn mould patch in the corner of an exterior wall of our living room. I checked after 15 minutes and it was completely gone,” they said.
Mrs Lea, who gave the product five stars, called the product “amazing” and said the new formula is “100 times better”.
The spray appears to be cheapest at Tesco, where it can be bought for £2.
It’s being sold for £2.50 at Dunelm, Wilko and The Range, or £2.99 at Lakeland – proving it’s always worth shopping around for the best price.
Astonish says the product just needs “a few quick sprays” to get working and there is no need to scrub – just spray on, leave and wipe clean.
It is suitable for use on sealed ceramic tiles, painted walls, uPVC window frames, plastic shower curtains and other places where mould and mildew tend to gather.
However, you shouldn’t use it on rubber, vinyl, damaged enamel, damaged paintwork, aluminium, copper, brass, chrome, silver or gold plating.
The product description says if you use it regularly, “you won’t have to worry about it returning in a hurry”.
Other products worth considering for a mould problem include the Kilrock brush on mould gel, sold for just £3.99 in Dunelm.
This is a brush-on gel which should be left on trouble areas for up to 30 minutes before rinsing and then wiping with a cloth.
You may need to repeat for stubborn stains such as black spots, but within a couple of tries the gel should do the trick.
If you would prefer another spray-on option, there is also the HG Mould Spray which sells for the slightly higher price tag of £5.25 for a 500ml bottle at Asda.
Always remember to compare prices when shopping online between different stores.
You can do this by surfing different store websites and selling “cheapest items first” when browsing products.
Or you could compare supermarket prices by looking on the comparison site Trolley.
This will give you an overview of all the best prices at the moment based on the quantity of product you’re getting when you buy.
Experts say that if you see any sign of damp or mould in your home, you should address it before it becomes a bigger problem.
The issue is usually caused by cooking, showering and drying clothes indoors without adequate ventilation – and it can be made worse by a poorly maintained, cold house.
You should keep your windows slightly cracked open, and open them more when showering.
If condensation forms on windows, wipe them down to stop mould from forming and spreading.
Make sure you run any extractor fans if you are showering or cooking in a windowless room.
Not heating your home enough can also cause problems.
If you can, you should keep your house heated to between 18C and 20C.
Mould is more likely to grow during the winter months.
Olivia Young, Product Development Scientist at Astonish revealed exactly why this is.
“Unfortunately, mould is a common problem many people face during winter. It thrives in conditions that are warm and damp, so your bathrooms are likely to be the most affected place.
“That said, during the colder months most rooms in your home could be vulnerable to mould growing.
“This occurs primarily from condensation that builds up on your windows when you’ve got your radiators on.
“If you think about it, when windows and doors are closed, there’s not much chance for the air to circulate and the moisture to make a swift exit.
“This build up is what can cause dreaded mould to make an appearance, especially in bathrooms, as it creates that warm and wet environment that is a breeding ground for mould.
“If left untreated, not only is it unsightly but it can also pose a serious risk to your health, so it’s really important you treat it.
“The key to tackle mould is to act fast.
“Try to come into as little contact with it as you can. So, grab your gloves, tie up your hair and get to work to remove any signs of mould as soon as you notice them.
“To keep mould at bay, there are some simple solutions you can introduce throughout home.
“The first is keep it ventilated. Yes, even in the cold winter months try to leave your bathroom window open for at least 10/15 minutes post shower or bath. This will get rid of any excess moisture quickly preventing mould gathering.
“If you’re having a repeat problem with mould in one particular area, it might be because the humidity levels are too high. You can get a dehumidifier that will help keep the levels low and reduce the risk of mould returning.
“The golden rule to remember when dealing with mould is the quicker you can treat it, the better. If you leave it, it will only get worse so never ignore it!
“To successfully get rid of mould every time, I recommend opting for the UK’s No 1 Mould & Mildew Remover, that effectively removes mould and mildew stains almost instantly, with no scrubbing necessary.”
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