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The Sun
a day ago
- Climate
- The Sun
Ultimate 65p Tesco buy will keep your paddling pool crystal clear all summer – & you probably already have it
A PADDLING pool owner has revealed a simple 65p trick she uses to keep her water crystal clear all summer long. With temperatures set to reach up to 29 degrees today, and the Met Office predicting a scorching summer, many Brits are likely digging the paddling pools out of the garden shed in a bid to keep cool. 2 2 However, after a long winter of neglect, you may have realised that your pool is covered in algae. Your first thought might be to blast your paddling pool with a pressure washer, but these can be incredibly pricey, and end up wasting water. Instead one pool fan shared the budget friendly hack they use to scrub theirs clean. Sharing a the purse-friendly tip on their TikTok channel, Dub said: "Here's one household item that keeps your pool clean." In a video, Dub holds up a box of bicarbonate of soda and pours it into her swimming pool. She then uses a brush to scrub the sides of her pool and get it sparkling. Backing up this hack, Millennium Pool revealed that if you add water to the bicarbonate of soda, and make it in to a paste, you can use it to scrub algae off the side of your paddling pool. The pool company added that bicarbonate of soda also helps to make your pool water crystal clear. This is because it increases the PH level of the water. Alicia Johnson , The founder of Cleaning Green LLC, explained: "Adding baking soda to your pool will raise both the pH and alkaline level, which will help increase the pool's clarity and improve stability". Inflating a Kid's Pool: Quick Hack with a Hair Dryer The expert revealed that you should use 680 grams of bicarbonate of soda for every 10,000 gallons of water. Bicarbonate of soda is extremely cheap, and you can pick it up for just 65p from Tesco. Dub's (@ hack has likely left many impressed, as it has racked up over 93,000 views on the video sharing platform. TikTok users raced to the video's comments section to share their thoughts on the hack. How to keep cool in hot weather Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot, there are health risks. Here are three ways to keep cool according to the NHS... Keep out of the heat if you can. If you have to go outside, stay in the shade especially between 11am and 3pm, wear sunscreen, a hat and light clothes, and avoid exercise or activity that makes you hotter. Cool yourself down. Have cold food and drinks, avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks, and have a cool shower or put cool water on your skin or clothes. Keep your living space cool. Close windows during the day and open them at night when the temperature outside has gone down. Electric fans can help if the temperature is below 35 degrees. Check the temperature of rooms, especially where people at higher risk live and sleep. One person said: "I buy it in bulk at Costco! Works great!" A second person said: "I use two chlorine tabs and two baking soda tabs to keep mine clear and blue." A third person said: "I want to jump in." Mum Danielle previously suggested that Pink Stuff can be a great budget friendly hack for cleaning your paddling pool. She said: "When getting the paddling pool out of storage it can be dusty and covered in mud. "I suggest using the Pink Stuff and bleach and giving it a good scrub with a brush and microfibre cloth. "I then rinse it thoroughly with the hosepipe and get an old towel to dry it out then leave it to dry in the sun upside down before filling."
The Sun
12-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
Clean your patio in just one hour with 65p everyday kitchen item – you may already have it in your cupboard
A PATIO expert has revealed that you can make your slabs sparkle for just 65p. Now that summer is just around the corner, and we are being blessed with lovely weather, many of us are likely spending our evenings sat out on the patio with a glass of wine or a good book. 1 However, if you have noticed that your patio has begun to look a bit grubby, it may be time to take action. Your first thought may be to use a pressure washer, but these can be pricey, and can actually end up damaging your slabs. Instead, experts recommend a 65p hack, that you probably already have knocking around in your kitchen cupboard. Bicarbonate of soda acts as a mild abrasive that helps to break down tough deposits, such as stubborn dirt, grime and stains. Experts from RF Paving said: "For those who are conscious about the environment, there are eco-friendly alternatives [to using a pressure washer] to clean your patio. "A basic combination of bicarbonate of soda and water can clean your patio without resorting to harsh chemicals." To use this hack, simply make a mixture of bicarbonate of soda and water, with a ratio of one to five tablespoons per 10 litres of water, depending on how dirty the patio is. Then, remove any loose dirt or debris with a brush, before pouring the solution on to your patio slabs. Give the surface a good scrub, using some elbow grease, and then rinse it off with a bucket of water or hose. You may need to repeat this again, if your patio is really grimy. I had loads of irritating weeds popping up between my patio slabs - a free hack killed them instantly and they haven't grown back Make sure to keep the solution away from plants, as its high salt can kill vegetation. Bicarbonate of soda is an extremely purse friendly cleaning method, as it can be picked up from Aldi for just 65p. It can also be used for deodorising, getting rid of mould, and scrubbing surfaces within the home. Sam Williams, from SGS Engineering recently revealed that another cheap hack you can use to scrub your patio, is combining washing up liquid with water. 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.' Washing up liquid can be purchased for as little as 55p from the supermarket, and most UK households will already have a bottle in the kitchen cupboard. For the most effective results, Sam advised mixing a tablespoon of washing-up liquid with a bucket of warm water, to create a soapy solution. Then, he advised throwing the solution onto the patio before giving it a hard scrub using a bristle brush. Sharing another tip, Sam explained that if your patio is riddled with tough stains, you can use white vinegar to clean it. "If you have stubborn stains, then using white vinegar is a fantastic, eco-friendly, and efficient substitute when cleaning your patio," he said. "Just remember not to use this on limestone paving slabs, though, as it will harm the surface.
