LIDL is adding a £2.99 plant that stops mould in your home to its much-loved middle aisle.
Now is a great time to start thinking about cheap and effective mould hacks and it turns out a plant may be your best bet.
From Thursday, Lidl will sell a plant that can help banish mould from your home.
The famous retailer has launched a round of special offers on indoor plants.
Included in the offering are Spathiphyllum Peace Lilies for just £2.99.
The online advert reads: “Also known as the Peace Lily.
“Enjoy this low maintenance, calming plant in a stylish pot.”
The plants are purifying and don’t need much sunlight to survive – making them a great choice for bathrooms without windows.
They feel most at home in environments similar to the South American rainforest, so they don’t need to be watered often.
Having a lily in your home can work similarly to a dehumidifier, sucking extra moisture out of the air – but they have the added bonus of being completely free to run.
Plus, houseplants like lilies emit oxygen and help clarify pollutants from the air in your home.
Shoppers can bag the plants in Lidl’s stores on January 2 while stocks last.
To find your nearest store, visit www.lidl.co.uk/c/store-finder/s10023098.
One of the easiest ways to avoid getting mould is to open your windows every day to let fresh air in and keep doors between rooms open.
Ensuring that air continuously circulates through your home will reduce condensation so the mould cannot grow.
You should also open cupboard doors regularly to allow fresh air to ensure no mould is growing inside.
Other things that can help include not leaving your clothes to dry on radiators and always cooking with ventilation.
In extreme cases of damp and mould, it’s best to keep the windows open to allow airflow and consider using an anti-mould treatment to tackle the problem.
You can seek out an expert and if you are renting speak to your landlord about fixing the issue.
Plumbworld, a leading expert in bathroom and kitchen products, has shared the daily habits that increase the chance of mould growing in homes.
Leaving wet towels and bathmats on floor
Wet towels and bathmats on the floors after a shower or bath can increase humidity levels which provides a perfect breeding ground for mould spores.
To prevent this, hang towels and bathmats in an area where they can dry quickly and to wash them regularly.
Not turning on the fan
An exhaust fan is critical in reducing moisture levels in the bathroom.
When taking a hot shower or bath, steam increases the room’s humidity level, creating an ideal setting for mould to flourish on walls, ceilings, and other surfaces.
An exhaust fan helps by moving the moist air outside, significantly reducing the risk of mould growth.
Experts suggest running the fan during the shower and for at least 20-30 minutes afterwards to lower humidity levels.
Ignoring small leaks
Even minor leaks from the sink, toilet, or shower can contribute to increased moisture levels in a bathroom, fostering an environment where mould can thrive.
Over time, these leaks can cause significant water damage, promoting mould growth in less visible areas such as inside walls or under flooring.
Fix leaks promptly to prevent mould and potential structural damage.
Keeping shower curtains or doors closed
Keeping the shower area closed after use traps moisture inside, delaying the drying process and creating a humid environment conducive to mould growth.
Mould can easily develop on shower curtains, doors, and in tile grout if they remain wet for too long.
To avoid this, leave the shower door or curtain open after use to improve air circulation and allow the area to dry more quickly.
Storing too many products
Shower caddies and corners filled with bottles and accessories may seem harmless, but they can obstruct airflow and trap moisture and creates hidden, moist niches where mould can grow unnoticed.
Keep shampoo and shower gel bottles to a minimum, and regularly clean and dry the areas underneath them to prevent mould growing.
Lidl reduces items at the start of the day and the best deals can be found between 7am to 8am, when most stores open.
Shoppers can often find cooked meats, salmon fillets and breads reduced by 30% or more.
Not only does Lidl have its own range of reasonably-priced alcohol, it also does its own knock-offs of branded favourites – so say cheers to its bargain booze.
Everyone knows about the “Middle of Lidl” – it’s here where you’ll find a load of random stuff that you didn’t realise you need, at decent prices.
But if you’re hoping to avoid spending more than you planned to, you can check what is going to be in the “Middle of Lidl” on the supermarket’s website in advance.
This is a great way to plan your trip and only get the bargains you need.
The Middle of Lidl is refreshed every Thursday and Sunday.
Shoppers can also keep tabs on what’s appearing in the “Pick of the Week” section on the Lidl website.
The discounts happen every Thursday and are usually on fruit, vegetables and meat.
By planning ahead, you can use this information to work out your meals for the week and avoid impulse buys.
