Moss on sidewalks or patios is not only unsightly, but sometimes dangerous. When it's wet, it's as slippery as ice. So there are many reasons why the moss should be removed. Flaming is one way to do this.
How can I burn moss effectively and in an environmentally friendly way?
Moss flaming is an environmentally friendly method of removing moss from non-combustible surfaces such as concrete or stones. You should clean the surface, work with concentration and observe safety precautions such as cooling down the flame device.
Where can I use flaming against moss?
You should only burn moss from non-combustible surfaces, i.e. concrete or stones. There should also be nothing flammable in the immediate vicinity. Many a house has burned because the cladding caught fire when weeds next to the house were torched. Walls in particular can be removed from moss relatively easily in a short time.
What should I pay attention to when flaming?
Various devices can be used for flaming, such as gas burners or roofing burners. Both work with a gas cartridge. Therefore, you should not smoke while flaming. Clean the surface you want to work on. Above all, remove twigs and dry leaves, as these could catch fire if they burn down.
Always work with concentration, because even if the flame burner works without a flame, it can catch fire. These can be hedges and hanging branches as well as garden furniture or something similar. Also take care of your feet as burns can be very painful. For this reason, no children or pets should play nearby.
After flaming, the device should cool down completely before storing it safely. Then sweep the flamed areas clean. You should remove any remaining roots from the joints so that moss and weeds do not grow back so quickly.
The most important things in brief:
- environmentally friendly, because there are no chemicals
- non-toxic for humans and animals
- only burn non-combustible materials
- clean the surface before burning and remove dry leaves
- work concentratedly
- sweep away plant residue after burning
- Moss may grow back quickly
- do not burn near house cladding
- take care of your own feet
Tip
If you want to remove moss from wood, flaming is not suitable due to the risk of fire.
