I’m a landscaping expert – you should NEVER jet wash a trampoline covered in algae, but my tips will get it sparkling

IF your child’s play equipment has spent all winter in the garden shed. then chances are it needs a good wash-down.

But if you’re thinking of blasting off dirt and cobwebs using a pressure washer, then you may just want to take note.

That’s because landscaping expert Claire Baglin, from Toolstation, explains that it’s best practice to clean all outdoor play equipment before the summer season and then once each month throughout the summer months.