Easily remove slimy moss from patio in 15 minutes – expert’s chemical-free tip

Moss on your patio can grow in the spaces between tiles, lifting them up and even cracking them in some cases.

When growing on grass, moss can suffocate the grass beneath it, slowly killing your lawn by depriving it of essential sunlight and nutrients.

When it comes to moss, it’s better to act fast. So, if you’re struggling with moss on your property and you’re looking to remove it, what’s the best way to go about it?

According to the experts at Taylor Total Weed Control, bleach can be used to remove moss from patios.

Simply tip bleach in a bucket with hot water, using a roughly 10 to one water-bleach ratio. Pour the hot mixture over the affected areas of your patio, and scrub with a thick-bristled outdoor broom.

Once satisfied, rinse the area with fresh water and wash away the moss and bleach mixture.

For those who want to avoid black, the pros claim that white vinegar is the “best option”.

They said: “If you want to avoid using harsh chemicals like bleach on your patio, vinegar is a good, less aggressive alternative to remove moss easily.”

Start by mixing equal parts vinegar and water, and apply it to the patio as evenly as possible.

While vinegar can be a good chemical-free alternative to bleach, depending on the size of the patio, quite a lot of it may be needed.

Once the vinegar-water solution has been applied, households should wait 15 minutes to allow it to soak in and absorb.

After that, rinse off any excess solution and wait a few more hours for the vinegar to “kill the moss”.

Gardening expert Fiona Jenkins of MyJobQuote.co.uk also agrees with this method. She told Express.co.uk: “If you have stubborn moss marks on your paving, consider using water and vinegar to remove them.”

The expert also suggested using another household item that can be used – baking soda.

She said: “Baking soda works well on moss, however, it works best on dry days.

“Sprinkle some baking soda over the affected area and leave it overnight. Then, sweep away the remnants the next day.”