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TESCO shoppers have been raving about a mould spray that helps remove the substance in minutes.
It is more common for households to face issues with mould over the winter, as increased humidity and colder temperatures can lead to growth.
However, savvy shoppers have praised a spray found in Tesco that you can pick up for £5.25 or £4 if you have a Tesco Clubcard.
Hg Mould Spray 500Ml has received glowing reviews from customers, and claims to destroy “all moulds immediately and easily”.
One buyer said it was “absolutely amazing” and got rid of the mould in her bathroom in just 20 minutes.
While another said: “Used it on horribly mouldy window sealant. Left it for 30 minutes.
“Wiped it off. All mould gone and the sealant was back to gleaming white again.”
A third said the product works in “no time” and a fourth said it helped get rid of mould in “no time”.
The product can also be bought at supermarkets like Asda for £5.25 and from B&Q for £6.25.
It appears to be the cheapest from Tesco because Clubcard holders can get it £4.
Always remember to compare prices when shopping online between different stores.
This is a brush-on gel which should be left on trouble areas for up to 30 minutes before rinsing and then wiping with a cloth.
Shoppers have also raved about the Kilrock brush on mould gel, sold for just £3.99 in Dunelm.
You can do this by surfing different store websites and selling “cheapest items first” when browsing products.
Or you could compare supermarket prices by looking on the comparison site Trolley.
Experts say that if you see any sign of damp or mould in your home, you should address it before it becomes a bigger problem.
The issue is usually caused by cooking, showering and drying clothes indoors without adequate ventilation – and it can be made worse by a poorly maintained, cold house.
You should keep your windows slightly cracked open, and open them more when showering.
If condensation forms on windows, wipe them down to stop mould from forming and spreading.
Make sure you run any extractor fans if you are showering or cooking in a windowless room.
Not heating your home enough can also cause problems.
If you can, you should keep your house heated to between 18C and 20C.
Mould is more likely to grow during the winter months.
Olivia Young, Product Development Scientist at Astonish revealed exactly why this is.
“Unfortunately, mould is a common problem many people face during winter. It thrives in conditions that are warm and damp, so your bathrooms are likely to be the most affected place.
“That said, during the colder months most rooms in your home could be vulnerable to mould growing.
“This occurs primarily from condensation that builds up on your windows when you’ve got your radiators on.
“If you think about it, when windows and doors are closed, there’s not much chance for the air to circulate and the moisture to make a swift exit.
“This build up is what can cause dreaded mould to make an appearance, especially in bathrooms, as it creates that warm and wet environment that is a breeding ground for mould.
“If left untreated, not only is it unsightly but it can also pose a serious risk to your health, so it’s really important you treat it.
“The key to tackle mould is to act fast.
“Try to come into as little contact with it as you can. So, grab your gloves, tie up your hair and get to work to remove any signs of mould as soon as you notice them.
“To keep mould at bay, there are some simple solutions you can introduce throughout home.
“The first is keep it ventilated. Yes, even in the cold winter months try to leave your bathroom window open for at least 10/15 minutes post shower or bath. This will get rid of any excess moisture quickly preventing mould gathering.
“If you’re having a repeat problem with mould in one particular area, it might be because the humidity levels are too high. You can get a dehumidifier that will help keep the levels low and reduce the risk of mould returning.
“The golden rule to remember when dealing with mould is the quicker you can treat it, the better. If you leave it, it will only get worse so never ignore it!
“To successfully get rid of mould every time, I recommend opting for the UK’s No 1 Mould & Mildew Remover, that effectively removes mould and mildew stains almost instantly, with no scrubbing necessary.”
A ‘SUPERVAN’ is set to be unveiled and it’s expected to rival Ford and Vauxhall with the price tag.
Chinese brand Geely is gearing up to release a pure-electric van that can go for 250 miles on a single charge.
The Farizon SV has been “designed specifically to meet the needs of European fleets”.
It will offer a payload capacity of 1,800kg and will come with a choice of three battery sizes, weights and heights.
The vans are expected to go on sale in the UK in early 2025 and will be marketed by Geely’s official distributor Jameel Motors.
The price of the Farizon SV is yet to be revealed but Auto Express has estimated the starting price will be around £30,000.
Ford E-Transit and Vauxhall Vivaro Electric vans both range from £50,000 in price.
Farizon says the SV has undergone “a rigorous one-million-mile testing and development programme” and claims it will meet every European standard, “including in durability, safety and sustainability”.
Breaking the mould, the SV has dual-redundancy drive-by-wire for braking and steering.
This important safety feature means that if either fail, there will be a back-up in place.
Three sizes will be offered to UK buyers, the smallest being 4,990mm long and 1,980 high.
The mid-size will be 5,490mm long and 2,180 tall and the largest will be 5,995mm long and 2,500mm tall.
All three sizes will be 1,9800mm wide.
A CAR expert has picked out five hot hatchbacks that mix good performance with practicality – all for less than £5,000.
YouTuber Jonny Brighton of Cars With JB recently uploaded a video highlighting his top picks for drivers looking for something compact and sporty.
Jonny claims that petrolheads don’t need to spend a fortune to own something rare and cool.
That much is plain with the Suzuki Ignis Sport, which he says comes with rally-style aesthetics, including Recaro grey seats with yellow mesh.
Under the bonnet, the Ignis Sport has a surprisingly large 1.5-litre inline 4 engine that’s capable of 107 bhp.
With that, it can go from 0-60 mph in 8.9 seconds.
While prices range from £2,000 to £5,000, Jonny added that fewer than 500 are left in the UK.
More common is the VW Lupo GTI, which is slightly beefier with a 1.6-litre motor that makes 123 bhp and hits 60 mph in eight seconds.
Priced from £4,000 to £5,000, the early 2000s model comes with a cult following, with wider wheel arches and aggressive looks.
With the Golf models getting larger and larger with every generation, for many, the Lupo GTI is considered the spiritual successor to the Mk1 Golf GTI.
Much rarer is Jonny’s third pick, the Abarth Punto Evo.
Featuring a turbocharged 1.4-litre engine with 162 bhp, it does 0-60 mph in 7.6 seconds.
Finding one under £5,000 might be tricky, seeing as they’re considered collectibles, with Jonny stating a good price for one would be between £4,500 and £5,000.
Designed by the legendary Giorgetto Giugiaro, the brains behind the likes of the original VW Golf through to the Maserati Ghibli and the DMC DeLorean, the small tourer is worth snapping up – if you know where to find one.
Another great Italian hot hatch is the Alfa Romeo MiTo Quadrifoglio, which boasts the classic Alfa design on the outside with carbon-backed bucket seats and DNA driving modes inside.
Powered by a 1.4-litre turbocharged inline 4 engine, it can hit 60 mph in around 7.3 seconds – all for a price between £3,000 and £5,000.
His final pick is the Mazda 3 MPS, with a much heavier 2.3-litre turbocharged engine capable of a frightening 256 bhp.
Known as the Mazdaspeed 3 in the US and Mazdaspeed Axela in Japan, the Mazda 3 MPS can be yours for around £3,000, through to £5,000.
BBC sitcom Outnumbered, which followed the daily chaos of the Brockman’s and their three precocious children, became one of Britain’s best-loved comedies.
Now the popular show is back for a Christmas special, with actor’s Hugh Dennis and Claire Skinner returning as Sue and Pete Brockman and the children.
But as the new trailer drops this weekend, it seems that there is one catch: the children- Ben, (Daniel Roche) Karen, (Ramona Marquez) and Jake, (Tyger Drew Honey) are now adults.
Written and directed by the show’s creators Guy Jenkin and Andy Hamilton, the special which airs on Boxing Day, follows the Brockman’s managing the demands of their grown up children, under the roof of their downsized home.
The harassed duo find that they still need as much parenting as when they were kids, as they gather their offspring, including one grandchild to celebrate a traditional family Christmas.
But it seems there’s some unwelcome tidings on the way, as they struggle with how to break to the news to their children.
The hit series first aired in 2007 and ran until 2014.
A one-off Christmas reunion special was broadcast on 26th December in 2016, so this year will be the first on screen get together in eight years.
Initially the show garnered critical acclaim for being partly improvised by comedy stars Hugh Dennis and Claire Skinner, who also worked from scripts, where the children were given last minute instructions.
The series was praised for its realistic portrayal of children and family life and has won several awards including The Royal Television Society, the British Comedy Awards and the Broadcasting press guild awards.
Ahead of the special, the core cast members reflected on behind-the-scenes memories from their time filming.
Hugh Dennis – who played dad Pete – told why they didn’t take any mememtos from the set.
He shared: “We couldn’t really take anything from the set as it was filmed in an actual house, it was someone else’s house so we couldn’t really steal some of their things.”
Meanwhile, the conversation turned to their characters’ clothing throughout the show.
As actress Claire Skinner revealed that most of the clothes worn by her character Sue had been her own.
Having played a married couple onscreen for seven years, actors Hugh Dennis and Clare Skinner were confirmed to be in a real life relationship following the show’s ending in 2014.
In an interview Dennis said: “I am very very happy, we are so very happy.” While Skinner described their romance as “a lovely little life surprise.”
