Launderette’s creative way of ‘cleaning up’ irremovable graffiti on its wall

The ‘bubbles’ mural is located next to the main building Lizzie’s Laundry on the corner of Lapstone Road and Wellington Street in Millom. At first, the artist of colourful creation was somewhat of a mystery. READ MORE: Ulverston cinema’s Laurel and Hardy mural celebrates Another Fine Fest John Gates, activities coordinator at St George’s Care Home, came across the mural on Tuesday and said: “I took a picture of it to post in the local Haverigg Facebook groups and it appears that the bubbles are covering some graffiti that looked a mess. “I just think this just shows the true spirit of Millom people – making the best out of a situation.” Since the image was posted in a Haverigg Facebook group, it has gained over 75 likes. (Image: John Gates) It has now been revealed that the creator of the mural is actually the owner’s son, 29-year-old Craig Giles. Owner Liz Giles said: “Millom has suffered a spate of vandalism and graffiti lately. “I came to work to see the wall covered in offensive graffiti and I understand the council tried to get it off but were unable to – it was written in water-repellent car paint. “So I...