Mossy paving slabs, driveways, or patio slabs quickly become slippery when it rains. It can be dangerous, especially for older residents.

No chemicals are necessary to remove the moss from the joints. The right tools are enough here – and one or two home remedies. The easiest way to remove moss from paving joints is to use a joint scraper. To prevent new growth of moss, you should then fill the joints with joint sand. Small areas that are overgrown with moss and weeds can also be cleaned with Cola. This is mainly due to the phosphoric acid it contains, which makes Cola a real miracle weapon in the household. For example, you can easily remove rust or clean the toilet with ColA. You can find everything about household and garden tips in the regular Living Newsletter from our partner Merkur.de. Click here to sign up for the weekly newsletter. The Daily Discussion is open to everyone in the UK and the U.S. and includes news, parenting, and lifestyle advice. For confidential support, call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details.