With colder days closing in, condensation and mould growth is a serious problem in British homes. Bathrooms are particularly susceptible to this as the moisture created by showering and bathing can lead to mould growing.
Once established it can be hard to get rid of it, and mould can cause serious health issues. Luckily there are a few different ways you can tackle mould. Leaving the windows open for 10 minutes a day to ventilate the space, running dehumidifiers and wiping down windowsills can all help.
There’s also a plant which can battle against the moisture that causes mould. It looks beautiful and it is cheaper than a dehumidifer.
People have sworn by the healing properties of aloe vera for centuries. Most parents have a bottle of aloe vera in the cupboard somewhere for burns and grazes – but did you know this plant can also absorb moisture from your living space?
Aloe vera can absorb moisture directly from the air, preventing condensation from settling and mould from forming. They do their best work in areas where moisture levels are high such as kitchens, bathrooms and laundry rooms. Not only do they look beautiful but they’ll help to battle mould.
As well as looking great and keeping your space healthy, aloe vera are also very low maintenance plants. In the colder months (November to March) you can pretty much ignore them.
If you water, make sure the soil has completely dried out from the last watering otherwise they can get root rot.
If you want to give this plant a go in your kitchen or your bathroom the good news is you won’t have to break the bank to do so. B&Q is currently selling a 40cm aloe vera including its pot for just £14.99.