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Black mould stains removal

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Raindancer411 · 26/12/2024 09:51

Hi

We had some plants in the conservatory and didn't realise how bad the mould had got that had dropped one the white window sills. It's left's stains and I wondered if anyone has managed to to remove them or is the sun will bleach it white for us in the summer.

So far I have just used washing up liquid and hot water as scared to mark the ledge.

Many thanks

Black mould stains removal
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helpmyback · 26/12/2024 09:58

Which bit the UPVC or the sill

What is the sill material?

I'd use bleach on upvc and depends on the finish of the sill. If it's painted I'd try bleach first with a view to repenting it if it doesn't work.

TheSandgroper · 26/12/2024 12:40

Bleach bleaches mould - ie turns it white.

To clean mould, first scrub with soap and water of whatever you have.
Then wipe well with vinegar (cheapest is fine) or methylated spirit. Both kill mould. Don’t be shy with the vinegar. Clove oil is also good.
Only then, bleach any remaining colouration.

I keep a spray bottle hanging on my towel rail with a spray bottle of metho and spray my hot spots regularly (more in winter, less in summer) to keep it under control.

Raindancer411 · 27/12/2024 13:30

I am not sure what the window sill is. I am taking it it's a wood with plastic finish on top?

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Raindancer411 · 27/12/2024 13:32

Thank you both. I will have to hope the window sill doesn't get stained with bleach

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mrpinkwhistlescat · 27/12/2024 13:45

Cillit Bang black mould remover will get rid of this: it’s wonderful stuff. Supermarkets or Amazon.

SirChenjins · 27/12/2024 13:47

Best stuff on the market is HG Mould Remover Spray - Amazon has it

caringcarer · 27/12/2024 13:52

mrpinkwhistlescat · 27/12/2024 13:45

Cillit Bang black mould remover will get rid of this: it’s wonderful stuff. Supermarkets or Amazon.

This. It's very good.

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