Pay attention to an expert warn before trying this strange virus garden hack
In the British gardeners, warned of this viral hack, which could leave their scales covered with mold.
The Internet has become a great resource for gardeners to discover practical new tips and tricks to save money and change their outdoor rooms. And some are much more unusual than others. An increasingly popular trend is to hang patterned shower curtains to decorate gardens and enable homeowners and tenants to transform their home with every design they chose.
They attach the curtains to fences, walls and garden buildings to create striking illusions. There are even Facebook groups dedicated to this hack. Over 180,000 members regularly share how to use shower curtains in their gardens.
Although the hack looks creative, experts warn that it could have expensive consequences if it is used on wooden structures.
In order to help home owners to avoid long-term damage, the garden dandruff and log cabin expert Sam Jenkinson from the horticultural retailer Tiger explains the risks of the shower curtain trend.
Sam explains: “Shower curtains may appear an entertaining and affordable way to lighten your garden, but attaching directly to wooden structures such as fences or garden shed can catch moisture and restrict air flow.
“When rainwater flies down the curtain, it cannot escape anywhere and sit against the wood for a long time. This creates the perfect environment for mold, damp and finally rotten. Over time, this weakens the structure and can make costly repairs or even the need to replace your entire dandruff or zenceman.”
However, this does not mean that you have to give up the hack completely. According to SAM, there are opportunities to proceed safely and avoid damage.
First, he suggests using a waterproof barrier. He says: “Anyone who uses a decorative shower curtain in their garden should treat their dandruff, their log cabin or fence panels every year with a high -quality wood preservative or weatherproof sealant. This creates a protective layer that prevents the rainwater from soaking and reduces the risk of putrefaction.”
Also make sure that you allow the air flow behind the curtain. Sam says: “If you hang curtains on a garden building or a fence, it is important to create space for air to circulate.”
He explains: “Leave a gap on the bottom of the curtain over the floor or scale base and use voltage rods, eyelets or hooks to keep the fabric away from the wood. Even a small gap with a few centimeters prevent the moisture from being locked, which reduces the risk of shape and damping shape on the wood.”