That they invite themselves on a facade, a roof, a terrace or between the cobblestones of a garden path, the foams and the lichens are quickly invasive, not very aesthetic and can end up damaging the surfaces on which they develop.It is therefore preferable to remove them without waiting too much.Here are 10 ecological and natural solutions and tricks to get rid of it.
Tip n ° 1: Mechanical technique
Before pouring a preparation, whatever it is, it is important to rub the foam or lichen with a hard brush in order to start eliminating part of it.The thicker the layer, the more difficult it will be to eliminate with a natural product.
Make sure you have a maximum of it beforehand by rubbing vigorously, being careful not to damage the surfaces concerned.If the surface to be treated is resistant, you can use a metal brush, a spatula or a knife.
In addition, preferably pour your preparations in dry weather, so that mosses and lichens can absorb them faster.Finally, take good care to rinse the surfaces after treatment, even when it comes to natural products.
Tip n ° 2: baking soda
True miracle ecological product, baking soda is very effective in removing the foam and lichen.When you have manually removed as much foam as possible, mix in a bucket the equivalent of a small cup of baking soda for 3 liters of hot water.
Zoom surBicarbonate de soude bio 350 gNettoyant et désodorisant, le bicarbonate de soude s’utilise pour toute la maison. Ce produit écologique connu également sous le nom de bicarbonate de sodium n’est pas toxique pour l’environnement.Mix, then pour your preparation on the surface to be treated and leave to act for 3 hours.Then rub with a broom, and rinse with clear water.Preferably use rainwater to avoid waste and reduce your bill.
À lire aussi10 astuces pour entretenir votre intérieur avec le bicarbonate de soudeVéritable produit miracle, le bicarbonate de soude est économique, écologique et polyvalent. De la vaisselle à la robinetterie, en passant par les tapis, le réfrigérateur et les canalisations, il détartre, dégraisse, détache et désodorise. Voici 10 astuces pour l’utiliser au mieux dans votre maison.Tip n ° 3: Rice cooking water
Here is a solution that could not be more natural and surprising.However, we guarantee it: it is effective!The starch contained in the cooking water of the rice, pasta or even potatoes makes it possible to remove the foams and lichens from the surfaces on which they are inlaid.
Pour the still hot cooking water on the surface to be treated, leave to act for a few hours and then rub the residues with a broom-brosse.
Tip n ° 4: coarse salt
This very effective solution is to be reserved for horizontal surfaces such as terraces or garden slabs.Also be careful not to use this technique near your plants: they would not survive it.Put a handful of coarse salt in 3 liters of hot water, and spray or pour the mixture directly on your terrace, taking care to rinse well with water.
Tip n ° 5: Ecological dishwashing liquid and black soap
Zoom surSavon noir liquide biologique 1 L100 % biodégradable, le savon noir est un produit écologique et efficace pour l’entretien de la maison (sol, murs, salle de bain, éviers, carrelages), du jardin, pour les travaux, la peinture et l’étanchéité, et pour l’entretien des bateaux.Opt for an ecological dishwashing liquid, and pour it a little into a bucket of water.Add black soap, mix everything and dip your broom-brosse in this preparation.Rub the foams and lichens, and leave for half a day before brushing again and rinse with clear water.
À lire aussiFabriquer un liquide vaisselle écologiqueLe liquide vaisselle est un produit qui est quotidiennement au contact de vos mains. Pourtant, il est parfois responsable d’allergies et les étiquettes manquent souvent de transparence. En cela, il est difficile d’en connaître exactement la composition. Si vous souhaitez utiliser un liquide vaisselle écologique et sain, pourquoi ne pas le fabriquer vous-même ? C’est rapide, facile et très économique.Tip n ° 6: a preparation based on citric acid
Citric acid, despite its somewhat worrying name, is 100 % biodegradable and naturally present in citrus fruits, especially lemon.It is very useful for drying mosses and lichens and allows you to get rid of them more easily.
To be perfectly effective, it is used with baking soda, vegetable oil and ideally Tea Tree essential oil, the latter being known for its antifungal properties.
Zoom surHuile essentielle d'Arbre à thé 12 mlL’huile essentielle d’arbre à thé est reconnue pour ses bienfaits antibactériens et antimicrobiens. Elle est utilisée dans les formules de soins capillaires et cutanés.Pour in a bucket 300 grams of citric acid, 10 ml of rapeseed vegetable oil, coconut or sunflower for example, a few drops of Tea Tree essential oil, 75 grams of soda bicarbonate and add 4 liters oflukewarm water.Mix, then spray on the areas to be treated.
After 48 to 72 hours, rub the mosses and lichens with a broom-brosse and rinse with clear water.
Tip n ° 7: White vinegar
Zoom surVinaigre d’alcool bio 6 % 1 lLe vinaigre d’alcool est idéal pour fabriquer des conserves de légumes, mais vous pouvez également l’utiliser pour l’entretien de la maison et détartrer les w.c. ou la robinetterie.With bicarbonate and black soap, white vinegar is another miracle and versatile ecological product that you must have at home.You can use it pure, by spraying it directly on the foam, at the roots.Leave on for several hours, ideally in sunny weather, and rub with a broom-bros before rinsing with clear water.
À lire aussiVinaigre blanc : 8 utilisations pour la maison et dans la salle de bainLe vinaigre blanc, composé la plupart du temps de sucre de betterave, est un indispensable à avoir dans ses placards pour entretenir sa maison de manière écolo. Naturel, non toxique, sans colorant ni allergène : c’est un allié de choc pour le ménage, ou dans votre salle de bain… Découvrez sans plus attendre 8 utilisations du vinaigre blanc qui pourraient bien changer votre quotidien.Tip n ° 8: basil essential oil
Basil essential oil is a 100 % natural weedkiller.It also has insecticide properties.You can associate it with black soap to strengthen its efficiency.In a bucket filled with water, add a few drops of basil essential oil and a small amount of black soap.Mix, pour or spray on the foams and lichens, leave to act for a few hours and then rub with a broom-brosse.
Tip n ° 9: the high pressure jet
If despite all these attempts, you cannot completely get rid of foam and lichen, you can rent or borrow a high pressure cleaner.Be careful to use only water, and no detergent!The pressure of the water alone will be enough to disinfusse the foam and will give at the same time a splash on your terrace.
This solution has the disadvantage of requiring a lot of water, but it remains preferable to the use of chemicals.There is also, thanks to a pump and filter system, the possibility of connecting a cleaner directly to a tank collecting rainwater.
Tip n ° 10: sandblasting
This technique is generally intended for the façades inlaid with foam and lichen, and must ideally be carried out by a professional so as not to damage the coating.Thanks to a high pressure cleaner spraying sand, the foams set off very quickly, without the use of water.
Good to know: the trunk of trees is sometimes also covered with foam or lichen, but these plants are not harmful to the tree and can therefore be left without risk.These are not parasites, and they also house many microorganisms which are used in particular to feed birds.In addition, foam and lichen absorb CO2!
