LOVE IT OR HATE IT, A SPRING clean is a ritual that can uncover more than a spot of dust in the kitchen cupboards. That’s because, while scrubbing away in a forgotten corner of the bathroom, you might find a hidden health hazard lurking in your home. A dark patch of discolouration, slimy film or fuzz probably means you have mould in your house. It thrives in damp conditions, so kitchens and bathrooms are mould hotspots, especially if poorly ventilated. It’s often found on walls, ceilings, window frames, floors, baths, showers, concealed behind furniture and even inside your fridge.
About 6.2 million households had issues with mould and damp during 2018 and 2019 – and it can be a serious threat to health. Having mould in your home can make you more prone to respiratory infections, allergies and asthma, as
