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Bathrooms, especially showers, are hotspots for mould because they combine warmth, moisture and limited ventilation. Daily activities like showering and bathing release large amounts of hot steam, increasing the humidity in the air. Without windows open or an extractor fan, the moisture lingers on walls, tiles, grout and ceilings, leading to damp and then mould.

Areas of the bathroom which are cleaned less regularly include grout, which allows mould to take hold fast. This makes it super important to keep the bathroom ventilated as much as possible, especially heading into the winter months. As my bathroom doesn’t have an internal fan, one crucial job is keeping mould away.

While I keep my bathroom window open pretty much 24/7, I squeegee the wet tiles in the shower after every shower or bath.

This stops mould growing because it removes excess water from the tiles and my shower before it can be absorbed or linger on the surfaces.

Mould needs moisture to grow, so by quickly clearing it from tiles and the shower screen, I reduce the humidity and dampness that spores thrive on.

Squeegeeing the shower screen also stops water marks and limescale from forming, keeping it squeaky clean.

This job only takes two minutes, but I’ve never seen or noticed mould in my bathroom, which I think is impressive considering there is no extractor fan.

You can buy squeegees virtually anywhere, including supermarkets and DIY stores, but I often buy mine on Amazon, where they cost around £8, because I prefer the ones with metal handles as they are more durable.

Another way I reduce humidity in the home is by using a dehumidifier. This is incredibly important in the winter months, when I try to do laundry at home.

Dehumidifiers work by extracting any moisture from the air that would otherwise have nowhere to go and settle on walls.

Baking soda and salt can also work as natural dehumidifiers on windowsills and near humidity sources if changed regularly.

Baking soda is slightly alkaline, so it can help to get rid of any soap scums and grime present.