The common 30p fridge staple that can rid your clothes of mould and mildew

A COMMON 30p item that is commonly found in most fridges can be used to get your clothes free of mould and mildew.

Mildew can be nasty to deal with as it not only smells horrible but can also be dangerous to your health.

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It’s produced by mould and fungi that thrive in damp places, including garment bags, dresser drawers and even behind wardrobe doors.

Spotting mildew is easy as it is characterised by white or greyish patches and has a distinct musty smell.

It’s particularly prevalent in closed, humid environments or where wet clothes are kept.

Often simply washing the affected items in a standard wash cycle isn’t enough to get rid of the problem, particularly the smell.

The presence of mildew on clothes made from natural fibres can also contribute to the degradation of the fabric.

Mildew can also be the cause of a number of health concerns, due to the spores it releases, with sensitive individuals particularly at risk.

Possibly the cheapest and easiest way to get rid of mildew stains is to simply look in your fridge and get yourself a lemon and then find some ordinary table salt.

All you need to do is to mix the two together until you get a thick paste.

Then simply rub the paste onto the affected areas of your clothes.

Dry the garments in direct sunlight.

If after drying the stain is still there, just repeat over and over until the mildew is gone.

It’s a good idea to regularly inspect clothing for signs of mould and mildew and remove them as soon as you can.

Touching or inhaling mould and mildew can cause a number of health problems, regardless if the spores are dead or alive.

Problems that can arise include throat irritation and nasal issues like congestion, sneezing and bloody noses.

Eyes can water and turn red and hives or rashes can break out on your body.

People at high risk for mildew-related health ailments include infants, children, pregnant women, immune-compromised patients, the elderly and those with existing respiratory conditions.

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