Removing Unwanted Plant Growth Algae Lichens And Mosses From Buildings And Paving

Plant growth on the external walls of buildings hasdays then given a second brushing to remove
often been encouraged especially on older buildingThe dead vegetation this is far more affective
frequently wet walls on more Northern aspectsnow the organism is dead
will be more prone to growth of moss.Some types of toxic washes such as
Wile lichens will often grow really well in morecopper,carbonate,ammonia solutions are relay
southern aspects.in a few cases the growth maygood but may stain some brick or stone try a
have been encouraged for its asceticssmall Sample piece first and allow it to dry ,always
Plant growth can be quite luxuriant especially weretake care when using chemicals follow the
the owners of the property have applied fertilize.instructions to the letter and take extra care not
When such growth become a problem theyto Breath in any over-spay
should be removed with a the blade of a oldYou may have been advised to use a week
knife,spatula,or a stiff fiber brush never steel Wiresolution of hydrochloric acid or muratic acid to
.the walling now being clear of all live growth mayremove relay obstinate stains,but The
be spayed with a dilute fungicide. a green houseindiscriminate use of such powerful chemicals is ill
sprayer will suffice for this and will Not generateadvised and far better to rely on the tryed and
much pressure and will not damage the brickworktested methods described .
or excessive over-spay. A flood coat should beThe same process applies to patios and concrete
applied to the surface to be Treated commencingdriveways making sure not to let the over-spay
at the top of a vertical surface and moving slowlyaffect gardens and boarders . last but Not least
across horizontally allowing the run down about sixwash out all spraying equipment and store your
inch.The next coat to be applied to the previouspoisons in a securely locked cabinet.
run down .the treated area to be left for several