THEY'VE gone viral on platforms like TikTok on Instagram where green-fingered Brits demonstrate how to spruce up your patio with no effort. But although some of these hacks may indeed work, there are a few tips and tricks to stay away from, an expert has warned. With summer now here in full force, homeowners are actively looking for simple and effective ways to clean their outdoor space, with the search term ‘'how to clean paving'’ rising an astronomical 455 percent in the last quarter alone, The Express reported .
However, exposing your patio and green garden to a mix of chemicals unique methods can come at a price, Andy Mclaughlin, a landscaping specialist at RF Paving , explained. To make sure your patio looks as good as new without the surface getting damaged, the pro shared his thoughts on trending cleaning hacks - here's what you need to know..
. When it comes to giving your paving a good clean, Andy warned that there are products, as well as chemicals, that you should avoid ''completely''. He explained: "It is just knowing which substance can be used on which paving, along with knowing what type of marks need to be cleaned off the surface.
''Whilst most domestic products will be fine when cleaning any paving, if a stronger more industrial substance is used, then knowing what type of paving you have is key.'' According to the whizz, the pH of the substance ''may not be conducive to the type of paving being cleaned and may cause a chemical reaction and could leave mar.