At this time of year as temperatures plummet, people have been taking to social media in their hundreds, if not thousands, to ask for help when it comes to the cold weather.
People have been waking up to lows of -15C across some parts of Scotland with the capital seeing low of -7 in some cases.
And whilst more snow, frost and icy conditions are on its way, it's only causing more issues with mould, condensation and dampness among them.
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Just recently there has been a considerable increase of 180 per cent in searches for how to get rid of mould within the past month alone.
And whilst the likes of black mould in the home is never lovely as it can cause issues for your property and, more importantly, your health, it's important you deal with it in the correct way.
Michael Rolland, interiors expert and Managing Director of The Paint Shed had issued advice on the best practice for painting over mould and what to do.
But mould isn’t a feature that can just be painted over and forgotten about like a scuff or other mark on a wall you might create by accident as it will continue to grow unless properly treated.
And there's a way you can tackle it by making your own remover.
Rolland explains that you can make your own "DIY surface mould remover by mixing two parts bleach and ten parts water."
To do this, you simply spray the DIY remover onto the wall and wipe away with kitchen roll.
He adds: "Make sure to wear a mask and rubber gloves for this. White vinegar can also be used to clean affected areas but make sure to read the label on the products before use."
He also notes that before doing anything, you need to work out what is causing the mould. He explains: "Mould is a living organism and can cause permanent damage to property and your own health if left untreated. This may mean repairs being made to your property or improving ventilation inside your home to reduce the amount of condensation you are creating.
"If simply left untreated and covered up with paint, the mould will regrow working its way through the walls and ceilings, eating through the coatings of paint and you will be left back in the same situation as before. Only once the surface you are looking to paint on has been made free of the dampness and mould issues, you should apply a new coat of paint without the worry of black mould reappearing due to dampness."
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