Waking up to a misty window is not only an eyesore, but it can also be detrimental to your home as it can lead to mould.
Condensation on windows can become a problem during the frosty months when it’s cold outside but warm inside the house.
There are several tricks to combat condensation, such as enhancing your ventilation, utilising a dehumidifier or maintaining a consistent temperature in the house.
However, one particularly simple trick can significantly improve condensation overnight.The root cause of condensation is when warm, moist air encounters the cooler surface of the glass, causing water to accumulate and build up.
Therefore, Helen Godsiff, brand manager at home improvement specialists, Eurocell, has shared her top tip to prevent condensation buildup.
Helen explained that regardless of whether you snore or not, we expel moist air from our lungs into our bedroom while we sleep.
This means that although you would only emit moist air in small amounts at a time, over several hours and in a closed room, the air has nowhere to escape so it settles on the window as condensation.
To counteract this, Helen suggests sleeping with the bedroom door open. This can help alleviate this issue by creating better airflow, allowing air to circulate in and out of your room.
Furthermore, it also helps to balance humidity in the rest of the house, reducing the likelihood of condensation buildup. This small habit can make a significant difference in minimising condensation, especially during the colder months when windows are often kept shut.
“Condensation is a constant problem in the UK, as our colder climate mixed with thermally efficient housing creates the ideal environment for condensation to form,” she said.
She added: “While it may appear as a harmless nuisance, condensation left unchecked can lead to more serious problems, such as damp and mould, which can come with major health implications.
“While it may seem counterproductive to allow fresh air to flow into the home during colder months while we’re trying to keep warm with the heating on, opening them for just a few minutes will allow moist air in your home to be replaced with fresh air, preventing any possible buildup that could lead to condensation.”
