10 November 2023 , 14:08
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It's that time of year when the cold weather creeps in and we're starting to feel the blustery winter frost. It might also mean you may start to notice condensation forming on your windows. It happens when the cold air outside meets the warm air inside, mostly in our bedrooms, and causes a thin layer of water to appear over the glass.
Although it looks harmless, it can lead to the build-up of mould around your windows and if left, can cause some nasty health conditions too. However people are just realising there could be an easy way to stop the condensation forming - and it's with a little help from your boiler.
The condensation forms when there is a temperature difference on the inside compared to outside - something inevitable in winter when we're trying to keep warm. Most people will most likely only turn their heating on for a few hours a day, and not have it on overnight altogether. However not dealing with condensation can cause all sorts of health issues such as asthma, eczema and bronchitis. Experts agree that it's important to stop this from happening, which is why it's important to look after your home this winter.
However, you can avoid condensation forming as much as possible if you keep the room's temperature consistent all the time, as the drastic temperature changes are the biggest reason for it forming. However, choosing a setting that. keeps the heating on a steady temperature can help avoid it happening.
This trick might not be the best option for those trying to keep the cost down, as it can be expensive to keep your heating on all day and night. Another way to banish condensation forming is by investing in a dehumidifier to help draw the moisture out of the air. You can purchase electric dehumidifiers that plugin and work to actively suck moisture from the air, but these can be costly to purchase as well as using energy to run - which isn't ideal if you're trying to keep your bills down this winter.
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So if you're looking for a cheaper solution, you can purchase disposable dehumidifiers for as little as £1 from Poundshop.com for a pack of two - meaning they actually cost just 50p each.