I have a brick retaining wall that is growing moss. Any suggestions for removing it? Cleansers, brushes, etc. Thanks.

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Yamini LEED AP at Urbanmotifs · Answer

Pressure wash could be a good solution for this. How old is the brick wall? If it is old and crumbly may not be a good solution.

360 Sod (Donna Dixson) · Answer

This is a good product. http://www.biosafesystems.com/industry_homegarden.asp

Mike and Anne · Answer

A stiff brush takes a lot of it off. A solution of ferrous ammonium sulfate sprayed on it will also help.

Faidra at CA Global Inc · Answer

Home Depot has a granular product in its garden section to rid you of moss, but the more important thing is your wall is retaining moisture causing it to grow, so u may want to find a way to release it, I hv moss growing on my walls, but I kinda like it - gives the wall character

Laura D · Answer

Wet N Forget.  Google it, works great.  Got mine from Costco.

Ricardo B · Answer

I just love seeing moss on brick, especially if it's a retaining wall or pillar or anything that isn't part of the house.

I say... let it grow and let it age; just like having a patina on copper... adds to the outdoor mood.

LATOYA G · Answer

Thanks everyone! The wall is between my driveway and my neighbor's lawn. All the moisture comes from his front/side lawn. I want to be safe and considerate of his property. All of your input is greatly appreciated!!

Becky H · Answer

Use a pressure washer with some chlorine bleach sprayed on afterwards.

T D · Answer

Latoya, I too have used Wet n Forget for the past 2 years. The biggest problem is getting out the tank sprayer and getting it done! This product seems to last for the season.

John Bittner · Answer

Spray with vinegar

BS · Answer

I'm with Ricardo. I don't understand why you would want to get rid of it.

Denise · Answer

Bleach, let sit. Scrape off with flat bladed knife or scraper, like putty knife or spackling blade.

Lois Imbriano Barber · Answer

moss has no roots and will not harm a brick wall

Pam Goldstrohm · Answer

I just finished pressure washing out 100+ year old stone wall that had beautiful moss on it and it took every bit of it off. I only used water so no chemicals were used.

I have a brick retaining wall that is growing moss. Any suggestions for removing it? Cleansers, brushes, etc. Thanks.

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