Check you're autumn-ready

PREP YOUR HOME FOR THE HARSH MONTHS AHEAD WITH THIS ACE AUTUMN CLEAN-UP CHECKLIST. BY SAM WYLIE-HARRIS

- BY SAM WYLIE-HARRIS

WITH sweater season upon us, and the leaves starting to turn, it's time think about enjoying comfy nights in - and giving your space the deep clean it deserves.

Here, experts share their checklist to get a head start.

Heading outdoors

Outdoors, patio slabs, pathways, and garden walls often bear the brunt of damp weather, says Harriet Goodacre, style consultant at Topps Tile. “Making them prone to moss, algae and dirt buildup, so a seasonal scrub keeps them looking fresh and safe underfoot.

“A bucket of warm water with mild dish soap and a stiff-bristled outdoor brush works wonders.

“Moss also loves to creep between slabs,” she highlights. “Here, you can use a narrow wire brush or old toothbrush to clear it out, then consider sealing the gaps to keep weeds and moisture at bay.”

Wet leaves can stain stone and become slippery, she warns, so a quick sweep every few days helps prevent buildup.