pattricia   575 #1 Posted July 21, 2020 Does anyone know how to get rid of moss on paths and steps ? I bought some stuff in a spray container especially  for it, but it has no effect. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Janus   28 #2 Posted July 28, 2020 (edited) On the few occasions I have wanted to clear moss off the path, I have used caustic soda. It is a powder that you mix with water. Available from Wilkos when I last bought it a few years ago. It is basically sold as a drain cleaner, but lists several uses on the label. Don't follow the scrubbing prodedure for path cleaning-you do not want to get this on your skin! All you need to do is mix as directed, then gently and slowing pour it on the area. Use rubber gloves, and don't splash it about. Take your time with it. The moss will turn black and dry up in a few days. It will then brush off as you sweep the path/steps with a stiff sweeping brush. Then swill the area with water.  Tip: Put water in the bucket first. I found that putting the powder in first can make it go hard and lumpy. Have a stick ready for stirring-piece of a tree branch will do.    Edited July 28, 2020 by Janus Typo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Padders   2,863 #3 Posted July 28, 2020 4 hours ago, Janus said: On the few occasions I have wanted to clear moss off the path, I have used caustic soda. It is a powder that you mix with water. Available from Wilkos when I last bought it a few years ago. It is basically sold as a drain cleaner, but lists several uses on the label. Don't follow the scrubbing prodedure for path cleaning-you do not want to get this on your skin! All you need to do is mix as directed, then gently and slowing pour it on the area. Use rubber gloves, and don't splash it about. Take your time with it. The moss will turn black and dry up in a few days. It will then brush off as you sweep the path/steps with a stiff sweeping brush. Then swill the area with water.  Tip: Put water in the bucket first. I found that putting the powder in first can make it go hard and lumpy. Have a stick ready for stirring-piece of a tree branch will do.    Would that be the same stuff I use Janus, Soda Crystals, 89p a packet from Wilkinsons, if so, as you say they do a fantastic job.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Janus   28 #4 Posted July 29, 2020 (edited) No padders. Caustic soda can burn the skin-hence the need for wearing rubber gloves when using it. AKA Sodium hydroxide.  Edited July 29, 2020 by Janus Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
horribleblob   213 #5 Posted July 30, 2020 A solution of Jeyes Fluid, poured from a watering can, also works. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Janus   28 #6 Posted July 30, 2020 A watering can is a good way to evenly & steadily apply the mix, especially on steps. Best to keep a separate watering can for jobs like this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Ghozer   112 #7 Posted July 30, 2020 Just scrape it up.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
willman   10 #8 Posted July 31, 2020 I use Jeyes fluid in a pump container, it also perfectly clear sup the smell of dog urine and the neighbours cat.  Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
pattricia   575 #9 Posted August 20, 2020 On 30/07/2020 at 10:02, horribleblob said: A solution of Jeyes Fluid, poured from a watering can, also works. I tried that but it didn’t work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...