You can plant moss in your garden to make for a beautiful display between some neatly placed rocks, but when it turns up unannounced in areas you don't want it, it can be a real nuisance to get rid of.
One of the most common places for moss to grow is between paving stones that you might have on your driveway or in your garden, and it can make your paving look old and tired.
But thankfully, there's one simple product you can use to get rid of moss that will restore your paving slabs and have them looking good as new in "about an hour".
According to a gardening expert that spoke to Express.co.uk, white vinegar could play a crucial role in getting rid of moss, because the acetic acid found in the product works to break it down.
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The expert, from Harwood's Garden Supplies, said: "Vinegar is a relatively cheap and easy method to remove moss from pavers. The acetic acid in the vinegar can kill the moss on your pavers."
A 500ml bottle of white vinegar spray is available for £2 from Ocado, while Wilko sells their own version for £1.50.
If you want something bigger, you can also pick up a 5-litre jug of Sarsons Distilled Vinegar for £5.50 from Ocado.
According to experts, you should use white vinegar with a solution of around 5% for the best results, but you can also try a 6% cleaning vinegar solution if you need a more potent option.
How to get rid of moss with white vinegar
Some experts recommend diluting the vinegar before using it on your paving stones, but others say that for heavier breakouts of moss, you'll be better off directly applying vinegar without diluting it first.
It's a good idea to test a small area of your patio or paving first so you can decide which option works best for your outside space before you try and tackle the whole thing.
The experts from Harwood's said: "After pouring the vinegar, let it sit for about an hour."
Once you've left the vinegar solution to sit for the recommended time, you should then use a firm brush to scrub the moss away from your paving stones.
If your moss build-up is particularly troublesome, you might need to use a shovel to dig out the areas that just won't come unstuck with the brush.
Finally, use a bucket of water to rinse off any remaining moss, or alternatively use a garden hose or pressure washer.
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