Tradesman shares £22.99 hack for getting rid of mould stains

2022-12-20

Tradesman shares £22.99 hack for getting rid of mould stains from your walls

Kris DeVos gave tips to users on TikTok to remove mould on different surfaces
Fungus can builds up as temperatures fall especially over the winter months
Kris told people to buy a shellac-based product which does not mix with water
READ MORE: How to stop black mould

A tradesman has shared hacks on how to remove mould from people’s homes on TikTok.

Kris DeVos, owner of Fox’s Painting and Decorating, from Peterborough, revealed his solution to get rid of mould stains around the house.

In a viral TikTok, he recommends using B-I-N shellac-based primer-sealer by Zinsser, which costs £22.99 for a one-litre can from Screwfix.

In his video, Kris said: ‘It’s shellac-based, which means it doesn’t mix with oil or water, which means you don’t have to figure out what the stains are made of, whether it be fat, oil or whatever.’

He added: ‘You’re going to need a cheap brush, because you’re going to bin it, and a concave foam roller.’

Before using the shellac-based product, the painter and decorator recommends giving it a good shake so it does not all sit at the bottom.

Kris said: ‘I’ve already washed the excess mould off this ceiling with some sugar soap and let it dry, so you should too.’

Kris’s video has almost garnered 1million views with many TikTok users sharing their own tips

Before using the shellac-based product (pictured in his hand), the painter and decorator recommends giving it and good shake so it does not all sit at the bottom

The TikTok user and painter and decorator (pictured) has life tips to fight this problem in the home

He gives the ceiling a couple of coats of the shellac-based product and claims it dries ‘in minutes’.

Towards the end of the video Kris covers the ceiling again with a layer of white paint, while bringing an electric heater with him so the paint will dry within 24 hours.

The video has almost garnered one million views with many TikTok users sharing their own tips.

One person wrote: ‘Covering up mold is never a good idea, u should first solve why u have mold and fix the problem, then paint.’

As temperatures drop this winter, homes are more likely to build up unhealthy levels of black mould

Another added: ‘I’m a painter and decorator and hell no ! Just strip it all back ! Treat it the right way.’

One more wrote: ‘Love the way you make funny faces. You made me laughed young man.’

As temperatures drop this winter, homes are more likely to build up condensation around windows, which can lead to black mould.

Having black mould and damp in your home means you are more likely to develop respiratory problems, allergies or even asthma.

One person questioned Kris’s (pictured) method, asking whether it would be easier to take the ceiling down and re do it as the mould could be in the plaster

Simple hacks, from cracking a window open every morning to using a hair dryer to get rid of the liquid build-up, can help reduce the amount of condensation inside and make your home a healthier one.

When cold surfaces come into contact with humid air, droplets of water form. These droplets are called condensation. It is caused when temperatures shift from cold to warm, for example when cold, frosty windows come into contact with warm air from inside homes.

If you have double-glazed windows, this should reduce the build up of condensation. This is because the two glass panes are separated by argon gas that is supposed to keep moisture out and retain heat.

If condensation still appears to be building on your double-glazed windows, it is likely the one of the seals has broken.

Simple hacks such as Kris’s can help reduce the amount of condensation inside and make your home a healthier one

Does condensation cause mould?

Condensation can cause mould to grow inside homes. The damp leads in mould forming which appears as little black dots. The best way to remove mould from condensation is wiping it away with hot, soapy water.

If left untreated, mould and damp can cause respiratory problems. Mould produces allergens, irritants and sometimes toxic substances. If someone inhales or touches these mould spores, an allergic reaction can occur. Mould can also cause asthma attacks.

How to get rid of condensation inside windows:

There are a number of way to stop condensation building up inside windows in the short term.

Ventilation: The more ventilation you have inside your home the better. This will stop as much humid air from being released, preventing the cold water droplets to form. You can do this by open your windows every morning and keeping a vent open if you are heading out of the house.

Dehumidifying: Dehumidifiers also help prevent humidity building up inside houses and will help stop condensation.

Hair drying: There are lots of ways you can improvise to get rid of condensation and using a hair dryer is one of them. By adjusting your hair dryer to a low hear you can evaporate the condensation trapped in your windows. This has to be done with caution, however, other parts of the building from melting.

How can you stop condensation on windows?

To fix the problem of condensation in the long-term, it is advised that you hire an expert who will be able to tell you the source of the condensation and offer expertise on what can be done to get rid of the problem. This could involve getting your windows refitted or resealing the panes.

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