Patio weeds can be incredibly irritating. Not only do they ruin the look of a garden, but they can become slippery, especially in the winter months.

Weeds grow on patios for a number of reasons, and they are extremely persistent and can take a while to get rid of.

Luckily, the experts at The Plastic Centre have shared a “DIY weed killer which is eco-friendly”.

They said: “Armed with the right tips, you can tackle those pesky weeds in a way that’s both effective and eco-friendly.

“This DIY weed killer, which costs under 80p a litre to make, requires only a few household items, distilled vinegar, cooking salt and washing up liquid.

“Of course, you’ll need a pressurised sprayer for proper application but this recipe is wonderfully scalable.”

For a small batch, simply mix 500ml of vinegar with 30ml of cooking salt and a tablespoon of washing-up liquid.

Give the mixture a good shake once combined to ensure it is all thoroughly mixed and will be effective.

The pros added: “The best time to deploy this solution is on a hot and dry day to maximise its effectiveness.

“Once applied, the weeds should begin to wilt within 24 hours and be completely dried out within 48 hours.

“This simple, quick-acting formula not only keeps your garden looking pristine but also sidesteps the environmental and financial costs associated with commercial weed killers.”

The acetic acid in the vinegar helps to target weeds at the roots, while the salt helps to dehydrate them.

Gardeners are urged to never use this mixture on or near lawns and precious plants as it will kill them.

Another cheap hack is to use baking soda to kill weeds. It can be applied directly to them or mixed with water.

For direct application, sprinkle about one tablespoon of baking soda on each weed after wetting them first with water.

For spraying, mix around 10 tablespoons of baking soda with a gallon of water, shaking to dissolve it into the mixture.

Make sure to apply the mixture on a day it isn’t forecasted to rain and watch the weeds shrivel.