Knowing what to do with space can be a challenge, and something many homeowners spend some time deliberating. Depending on where it is in your home, it might require a slightly different approach.

patios are a fun way to experiment with creating a transition between your indoor and outdoor spaces, even if it's by simply adding a table and chairs. A driveway patio can be harder to maintain, especially if it's facing the street and open to debris left from bad weather and guests coming in and out of the house. Most patios are made from concrete, meaning it's an incredibly durable area, but also one that can collect quite a bit of dirt.

Bad weather over winter can also leave patios looking worse for wear, and while some natural methods like can help spruce them up, you might notice some lingering .

Even if you do choose to keep your patio area minimal, making sure it's tidy and presentable is essential so it's not an eyesore for you or your guests.

Concrete patios are particularly susceptible to stains due to the materials' porous nature, which means any dirt that's built up from spills, foot traffic and even rust from garden furniture can easily become stubborn.

Heavy rain can also break down the material, making it easier for stains to settle on patios.

If you're struggling with stained and discoloured patios, one user in the Cleaning Tips Facebook group asked for advice with this issue, and a "magic" item was frequently recommended for the job.

Responding to the post, a number of users recommended using Patio Magic to remove stains from outdoor patios, with one advising to "Water it on with a watering can" for almost instant results.

Patio Magic is a disinfectant designed to remove dirt including mould, moss and algae. A biodegradable substance, it doesn't require any scrubbing or pressure washing that's usually involved in removing dirt from patios.

Although it can simply be left to work on patios, it does need to be diluted before use, and while it doesn't contain bleach, it's advised to keep it away from plants and pets

To use Patio Magic, dilute the product with water and apply it directly to surfaces using a watering can or low-pressure garden sprayer. Make sure the surface is thoroughly wet afterwards and leave it dry to reveal dazzling patio tiles.

A low-maintenance and effective way of cleaning patios without having to put in any elbow grease, Patio Magic is available at for £12.75, for £14.50 and for £11.50.