Choosing your Moss Killer

Brands don't make it easy for you. There are so many products on the market which all claim to do the same job but are in reality very different. Some products require more effort and some need one spray and that's it. So what moss killer do you need?

Many products labelled as moss killers on the market are good at what they do but they often have side effects. Problems such as damage to nearby vegetation or toxic fumes can arise depending on the solution you choose. However there are other alternative products available which are just as good as labelled moss killers.

A similar product is a weed killer. These products do what they say on the tin. By attacking the weed with numbers of different chemicals the weed, including the root, can be destroyed so it can then be removed. However, although these products are effective they can cause harm to the environment like many other moss killers.

Hazardous chemicals can cause extra damage to any garden furniture and also other vegetation you don't want killed. The fact that they are hazardous also means that these products are dangerous to have around your family or pets. By reading the labels of the packaging you will see the amount of hazardous chemicals are included. If you plan to use the product at home with a young family your best option is a water based solution.

Whereas with many moss killers and chemical based weed killers, water based solutions for moss killers are actually meant for cleaning patios. Despite being made for a different purpose the solution is perfect for treating moss.

Being water based means that these solutions do not contain any of the dangers that the chemical based products have. Suitable for use anywhere this type of moss removal has no effect on the environment, except for the intended victim. As moss is mostly algae the iron complex in water based solutions only effects the moss and not the plant life.

As the product is environmentally friendly it can be left unattended. Whilst the product does its work it doesn't matter if the rain starts. This actually helps you by washing away the moss and saving you the time of brushing it away. This makes the water based solution the easiest, cleanest and safest option to use when it comes to moss removal.

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The right approach for quick moss removal

Possibly one of the most tedious jobs you will ever need to do is removing the moss infestation from your garden, path or wall. Moss really can grow everywhere so it probably feels like a never ending job, but that doesn't mean it needs to be a hard job.

There are several options to choose from when removing moss. Whether it's a case of selecting which product to use or which tool to scrape it off the wall with, you do have the chance to choose which method to apply but why make life hard for yourself?

Many products on the market require a lot of effort on your part. With a few sprays of product and then chiselling at the moss with a scraper of some variation, this is a common way of tackling the moss problem. However practising this method doesn't actually remove the moss.

In order to remove moss effectively you need to remove the root as well as all the visible sponge. Not removing the root will mean that it won't be long before it starts to grow again, meaning extra work for you. Instead of scraping the wall every 5 minutes there is a much easier option which is really effective against the roots of moss.

Water based moss removal solutions allow a much more long term solution than scraping the toppings off the wall. Getting down into the root of the moss the solution kills the cells and stops it growing any further. This method is much easier to implement as many solutions only require one application and then nature does the rest.

So not only does the water based solution require minimal effort, it also does a much better job with long lasting results. An extra bonus is that the water based solution is safer than any other product. As it contains no hazardous chemicals and nasty toxic material the solution is friendly to the environment and to you.

As the product is designed to be left to run its course it is perfectly safe to have family, and children, around whilst the product is working, as it doesn't pose any danger. This also means that if any of the product should get spilt it won't damage any nearby vegetation or furniture.

So which is it to be, elbow grease or a cuppa?

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Choosing the right patio cleaner

Keeping your patio clean is just as important as keeping the rest of your garden in a neat and pristine condition. Though it's a task that sounds easy enough, and really straight forward, it can be surprisingly complicated. Such factors like variations of cleaners and what material your patio is can make a difference to the quality of the finish.

Traditionally many products for cleaning patios contain harmful bleaches and even acids on some occasions. Though these products are good at what they do, in respect of cleaning, they are actually very dangerous. Coming into contact with either of these solutions could cause nasty skin burns which would need medical attention. The fumes they release could also potentially do harm to your internal organs as well.

Now that more options are available on the market such as water based, chemical free solutions there are safer options you can use. Water based solutions are perfect for cleaning patios as they have no effect on you or the environment. Whereas acidic or chemical solutions can cause unthinkable damage to vegetation, water based solutions don't have any toxic materials so the solution can soak into the ground just like water with no effect.

When purchasing your patio cleaner there is the option of obtaining a concentrate solution or a ready to use formula. Dependent on how often you clean your patio could reflect which option is better to choose, though the factor still remains as to whether that product is suitable for your needs.

Many concentrate products are the fast acting and highly toxic varieties. Though they may be fast acting they often contain hydrochloric acid which instead of cleaning your patio could potentially ruin it. Having a concentrate is useful as it lasts longer but the care taken needs to be precise. In which case a ready to use solution will be much easier to use as well as being safer.

So even if you pick up a product which is for cleaning patios it's wise to read the label first. Although it can clean patios it doesn't necessarily mean that it can clean yours. By knowing what material your patio is and whether you need to protect any plants or other features you will be able to pick out a solution which not only cleans but doesn't damage or ruin anything at the same time.

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