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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
The 65p Tesco buy that cleaned black spots off my grubby patio & left it looking brand new – just soak and scrub
Plus, natural cleaning solutions if you have pets budget hack The 65p Tesco buy that cleaned black spots off my grubby patio & left it looking brand new – just soak and scrub ONE keen gardener has shared his hack for cleaning up his "grubby" patio and it only costs 65p. Taking to the Garden on a Budget Facebook page, one man described using some bleach, water and pressure washer to transform his neighbour's patio. 3 One Facebook user shared how he cleaned up this 'grubby' patio Credit: Gardening on a Budget Official/ Facebook 3 He applied bleach and water for one hour before washing it off Credit: Gardening on a Budget Official/ Facebook 'Just to demonstrate the cheapest and most effective way of cleaning a patio I did my neighbours today so some before and and water left to soak and pressure washed,' wrote Facebook user Scott on the page and shared before and after photos of his efforts. This method would only set you back 65p for the bleach from Tesco, provided you have access to a pressure washer. He was inundated with questions about his method and asked for tips on how to get the best result. Scott explained how he left the bleach for one hour to soak and dry before washing it off. "What's the ratio to bleach and water please ???" asked one person to which Scott replied, "Fill a bucket and 300 ml of bleach. The key to this is brush it in and let it soak until dry." Others pointed out that using bleach outside was not great for the environment and some people asked for pet friendly alternatives. Scott said of pet friendly options: "Have done it with washing up liquid too in the past with similar results. Just to break the debris from the surface is all your doing. Bleach merely speeds up the process. Go for Fairy as long as its gets a light scrub and soaks in your good." When using bleach in the backyard, it is important to do it safely and to keep it away from plants, because bleach is toxic to all living things and will damage the soil. It should never be used in garden beds as it can make your soil too alkaline to grow plants. When bleach breaks down in your soil, it leaves behind salt, which is harmful to plants. If you have weeds between patio slabs, and choose to use bleach to kill them, it can also damage the stones. My garden was looking so old and the patio was broken - now it's a lush oasis and people can't believe how little I spent Bleach also has strong fumes and can be bad for the environment and your health. It's not only the bleach which can be damaging to the backyard, but also overusing a pressure washer. According to paving specialist and founding director of Infinite Paving, Rowan Cripps, overusing pressure washers can damage or even remove the sealant on the stone, which is there to make the patio last longer.
The Sun
12-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
Bathroom essential can help to clean your patio and deter pests at the same time – add it to your outdoor furniture too
IF you're giving your garden some touch ups before the summer this DIY hack may be for you. A bathroom staple can help to leave your patio gleaming and free of pests. 2 It can be pricey to restock your cleaning caddy and with the cost of living constantly on the rise, many people are coming up with creative alternatives. You can now cut costs even further by repurposing a bathroom essential to revamp your patio paving. Your paving stones go through a lot of wear and tear and need to be cleaned often. The experts at Infinite Paving shared the DIY step they recommend for scrubbing your patio without breaking the budget. "Normally, we would recommend using a power washer, however, with the water and energy bills skyrocketing power washers are no longer very cost-efficient," they explained. The professionals suggested using mouthwash to clean your patio in time for summer. "To many people, this is one of the most bizarre cleaning hacks for paving stones," they said. "A usual remedy to keep bugs away from your paving is rubbing alcohol. "Mouthwash also contains a level of alcohol and can be commonly found in most households." According to the experts, this step can also prove "surprisingly effective" at both cleaning and deterring pests. B&M shoppers are giving their gardens a summer glow up with £12 bargain "Pests can carry countless diseases that can spread throughout your paving and to your garden," they pointed out. "The household product is extremely effective at helping to keep away nuisances and pests such as mosquitos, cockroaches, and more. While mouthwash normally contains enough alcohol to deter the pests, it does not have enough to cause damage to the stones. To carry out this unusual hack, simply add the mouthwash to a spray bottle and spray all around your patio. According to the paving pros, this step can also prove useful for your outdoor furniture. How to repair broken patio slabs THE paving specialists at Simply Paving told Fabulous how you can repair broken patio slabs, without the faff. The experts advised: 'If you have a loose paving slab, then it's unlikely it can be lifted straight by hand. Instead, you will probably need a hammer and chisel to prise the paver free of your patio. 'To remove loose paving slabs without damaging your flagstones, carefully chip away at the mortar around the paving slab with the plugging chisel and rubber mallet until the slab comes completely loose. 'Then, slide the spade into the gap left by the mortar and prise the paver free of the patio. "As you lift it up, place a short piece of timber underneath the spade to act as a lever, making it easier for you while protecting the slab underneath. 'When the paver starts to give, place the cylindrical wood underneath it and roll the slab out of the patio.' "It could also be worth spraying your paving furniture in addition to this as these can be a breeding ground for bacteria and dirt," they explained. You can pick up a bottle of Chlorhexidine Mouthwash from Asda for just £1.48. You can also use soap and tights to repel flies from your home this summer. A budget-friendly hack can help to banish slugs and snails from your garden. You can also use a £1.40 household item to deter ants from entering your home. A 49p hack helps to keep wasps from your garden, but you'll want to act soon.
