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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Julia Banim

Houseplants that help keep mould and damp out of smaller spaces this winter

Winter is always a difficult season for keeping mould and damp at bay. This year, however, with many struggling to pay their heating bills, there will be even greater challenges, especially after chancellor Jeremy Hunt's autumn budget statement left billpayers fearing even greater hardships to come.

With this in mind, many are looking for ways to keep harmful mould and damp out of their homes, at a time when simply turning the heating on and getting the house warmed up may not be an option. As well as looking unsightly, mould can seriously harm a person's health if not addressed, and thrives particularly well in rooms where there’s moisture, humidity, or chilly corners.

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