Wallpapers marked scrubbable or washable can be easily, gently cleaned with soap and water. Walls finished in Resene Wallpaper Collection 38725-1, which pairs wells with painted surfaces in Resene Domino or Resene Tobacco Brown, and flooring stained in Resene Colorwood Natural. The winter months can be an excellent time to catch up on maintenance projects around both the inside and outside of your house.
With cooler, wetter weather we often spend more time at home which makes it easier to keep an eye on any areas that might need maintenance and chip away at those jobs as you have time, rather than being faced with huge maintenance effort come spring. Wetter, cooler weather can also cause new problems to surface like mildew. Keeping an eye on susceptible areas through winter can help you catch problems early and get on top of them, before a major repair or maintenance job is needed.
Check for mould and mildew There are obvious places to keep an eye out for mould and mildew, such as wet zones like bathrooms and laundries, or outdoor areas on the south or less sunny parts of your property. However, other less obvious areas, particularly those with little to no airflow can also be prone to mould and mildew. Every house will be different but some areas to check include, behind couches and around doors and window frames.
You should also check for any areas of peeling wallpaper, and carpet areas near doors or potential sources of moisture. Top tip: On painted surfaces mould looks li.
