Volume: 1 litre | Type: Bottle (add to water using cap) | Suitable for: Baby bath toys, kitchen surfaces and utensils | Scent: Unscented What we like Neat Milton (or other bottle sterilising liquid) kills most mould.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user Sprogonthetyne) For reasons of hygiene and safety, personal grooming products, cosmetics or items of intimate clothing cannot be returned. How often will you use it? Powerful mould removers are great for immediate treatments, but if you’ve solved the underlying issue and it is about prevention, a milder mould remover may be best.

Follow the instructions on the label and spray or dab the mould remover on a small area. This is known as a patch test and will help you to determine whether this mould remover is suitable for your surface and if it will work. Humidity: From using an appliance like a tumble dryer or washing machine or going about daily tasks like taking a shower or cooking dinner, humidity is the most common cause of mould. No matter how tempting it might be, you should never try scrubbing or scraping at mould, as this can release spores you’ll breathe in. If a general household cleaner or bleach doesn’t remove the mould, you must find a mould remover that can kill and prevent it from returning.Using a dehumidifier: Dr Andy Whittamore, an in-house GP at Asthma UK, says, “Some people find that dehumidifiers help to dry the air and prevent damp and mould. But you must get the setting right, or they can leave the air too dry and make you cough.” Dehumidifiers can remove excess moisture in the air, which can help stop mould from spreading and ultimately prevent it from returning. Cillit Bang Mould Spray is brilliant - spray it on, wipe it off. Just done our bathroom with moulds up easily as there's no extractor fan." (Tried and trusted by threepiecesuite) Our verdict HG Mould Spray is a name that comes up again and again (and again) on Mumsnet as the best mould remover. Users love it because it’s affordable, effective and plumber recommended. Whether you’ve got mould on plastered walls, tiles, bathroom seals, grout, windows or outdoor furniture, just spray on the HG Mould Spray, wait 10 minutes and simply wipe it away. Rising Damp: Whether it is an issue inside the wall, such as a leak, rising damp indicates a serious structural issue that will cause mould growth. Cillit Bang Power Cleaner Bleach & Hygiene. This cleaner is ideal for: bathroom tiles, grout in walls, bath tubs, wash raisins, shower screens, shower curtains, toilets, over hobs, cooker tops, worktops, fridge doors, rubbish bins, chrome, plugholes and ceramic floors.

Volume: 500ml | Type: Spray bottle | Suitable for: Inside and outside | Scent: Unscented What we like There are more than 100,000 documented species of mould, and they are categorised into three ‘classes’ based on risk. Allergenic and Pathogenic mould groups are low risk, though they can still cause health issues. Toxic moulds are, as you might guess, high risk. Dry wet areas: Drying wet areas can also help to reduce the amount of moisture in your home - this might mean wiping down and drying the bathroom after having a shower or cleaning up any spillages/leaks as and when they happen.

Best mould removers: At a glance

By conducting our in-depth research, we can provide you with valuable insight into which mould removers work best and which ones are most used and loved by real people. Why you should trust us Dry your clothes outside: Wet washing can add extra moisture to your home, which is the perfect breeding ground for mould. If you need to dry your washing inside, avoid putting it on radiators, and open a window. HG’s Mould Spray is loved by many (including Mumsnet users), experts and previous consumers because it is affordable, effective and works in as little as 10 minutes. How we chose our recommendations Yes - HG Mould Remover spray. It was recommended to me by a plumber and is very high strength and effective. Make sure you protect your hands and use it when the room is empty as it's strong and fume-y.” (Tested and trusted by Mumsnetter DorothyParkersCat) Our verdict