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I’m a paving expert – three ways to remove moss for as little as 59p

IF you want your patio looking it's best this summer, we've got just the thing for you.

According to one paving expert, there are plenty of ways to get rid of moss covering your paving stones.

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has revealed three easy ways to banish moss for good - and one of the cleaning hacks costs just 59p.

It's always best to remove moss as soon as you see it to ensure the roots don't spread.

One way to remove it is by using baking soda, said the paving expert.

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Speaking to the , Rowan said: "When eradicating moss from your garden, bicarbonate of soda, or baking soda, is a very powerful substance that will get rid of the moss in no time.”

Apply the baking soda over the affected area and let it sit over night.

The cleaning pro revealed it affects the PH balance of the moss causing it to die.

After, make sure to clean away the baking soda - which can be purchased for  59p in Tesco and 75p in Asda.

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White vinegar is also a popular cleaning product used to kill weeds, and it can also help banish moss.

To make the vinegar cleaning solution, simply add some vinegar to a spray bottle, then dilute the vinegar with equal parts water to create the solution in the sprayer. 

Spray onto affected areas and leave for an hour before using a soft-bristled brush to scrub the moss off.

Finally, the paving expect recommended using a moss killer that can be bought at home stores.

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He added: "Most of them are very simple applications where you just spray the surface cleaner on the affected areas and leave it to work its magic. 

"You will more than likely have to repeatedly apply for a few days to see the results.” 

Once the moss is dead, rake it out and clean it with boiling water for “perfectly moss-free paving”. 

The paving expert notes to be careful with moss killer as it can cause your paving stone to discolour if used too frequently.

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