Mould is one of the most common indoor pollutants and can have a serious impact on health if it’s not kept in check. It can grow all year round and thrives in parts of the home where there’s moisture or humidity like the bathroom, kitchen and chilly corners of rooms.
Houseplants are a good way to help alleviate the problem naturally and bring moisture levels down in the air. Among the plants the experts recommend are easy to look after varieties including spider plants and peace lily and tropical favourites including palms and ferns.
Chris Bonnett from GardeningExpress.co.uk said: “Mould in the home is caused by excess humidity. Warm rooms, like bathrooms and kitchens are at particular risk.