Banish pesky patio moss with magic 60p ingredient and no pressure washer

Banish pesky patio moss with magic 60p ingredient and no pressure washerMoss poses slip hazards on patios, but there's an easy solution using one everyday item rather than using a harsh pressure washer that experts say can ruin slabsCommentsLifestyleNiamh Kirk Lifestyle Writer and Katherine McPhillips12:01, 08 Apr 2026Updated 12:01, 08 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesMoss can be a slipping hazard and begin harming patios once spring begins (Image: Getty)As the weather gets warmer and more people head out into their gardens, the time has come to spruce up our spaces.‌Moss can give your garden a rustic, charming feel which is why many people put up with it. But it presents real risks and significantly increases the likelihood of slipping when allowed to spread across paved surfaces.‌The danger becomes even greater during spring, as it builds up into a thick, slippery layer throughout winter and remains wet and hazardous due to April showers.‌The most pressing reason to address it straight away is that moss holds moisture on surfaces, and when patios remain damp, certain stone types can begin to crack while wooden ones may start to rot.READ MORE: Japanese knotweed removal laws as new alert is issued for spring 2026View 2 ImagesMoss and algae will stay off patios for good with this simple trick(Image: Getty)Many homeowners turn to hosepipes or pressure washers for patio upkeep, but landscape designer Mary Stone has warned that powerwashing can be far too harsh on patio surfaces.‌Mary said: "I once used a power washer, which is risky for damaging the stone. Then there's the ick factor of scum kicking back at you," the Express reports. She added: "The power washing outcome was clean centers of each stone, while the areas near the joints remained green. Not so pretty."What is the most efficient way to get rid of moss?Moss is a rootless plant that spreads by releasing its spores into cracks and gaps, yet should even the smallest fragment remain, it will r...