Condensation in the Home
Wet is in the air all of the time, if air gets colder it won't manage to take all the moisture, tiny drops of water subsequently form, even if you cannot see it, this really is condensation.
Damp and mould
Condensation often appears during cold spells and you will see it first in kitchens and toilets on cold surfaces, it shows in corners of the space, behind wardrobes and other furniture where there is little air motion.
Damp caused by condensation is not going to leave a tidemark.
Damp and mould
It'll change fittings and wooden window frames causing them to rot if left untreated, for those who have condensation in your home this can cause mould o-n walls and ceilings and also furniture.
A common example of that is o-n smooth, non porous surfaces like mirrors and win-dows but if the issue is acute then the wetness will also be consumed by the interior walls causing the growth of mould.
Homes can create an astonishing amount of moisture from general day to day living, and as developments are made o-n both insulation and and heating systems this can result in a lot more stuck moisture, it must go somewhere so the easiest root is taken by it.
A good example of the moisture produced by a family residence
How To Prevent Condensation
Condensation could be the easiest and cheapest kind of damp to fight. Listed here are some of the things you certainly can do to reduce it:
Keep your home warmed
It is suggested to keep your heating o-n a steady heat of around 17 degrees Celcius
Insulate the walls
Increase ventilation
Also turn in your extractor fan in bathrooms / kitchens o-r have them fitted.
Shut bathroom doors if you shower to help control the wetness.
Dry clothes outside o-r vent dryers straight to the outside world (refrain from drying clothes o-n radiators as this may cause a huge amount of moisture in the air -- and its got to go somewhere!)
Check they aren't blocked, if drip vents and air bricks are present.
Furniture
It is wise to leave a gap of around 50mm between the wall and furniture, try perhaps not to position wardrobes and drawers right up from the wall as this may reduce air flow and cause condensation ending in mould behind things.
Tips
Cover pans when cooking and really don't leave kettles boiling
keep a small window ajar whilst in the house and remember to shut it when you leave the home, especially if the window is ground floor
Avoid putting too many clothes in a single wardrobe as air flow will be restricted by this
Prevent draught proofing an area that is affected by condensation
Damp and mould
Condensation often appears during cold spells and you will see it first in kitchens and toilets on cold surfaces, it shows in corners of the space, behind wardrobes and other furniture where there is little air motion.
Damp caused by condensation is not going to leave a tidemark.
Damp and mould
It'll change fittings and wooden window frames causing them to rot if left untreated, for those who have condensation in your home this can cause mould o-n walls and ceilings and also furniture.
A common example of that is o-n smooth, non porous surfaces like mirrors and win-dows but if the issue is acute then the wetness will also be consumed by the interior walls causing the growth of mould.
Homes can create an astonishing amount of moisture from general day to day living, and as developments are made o-n both insulation and and heating systems this can result in a lot more stuck moisture, it must go somewhere so the easiest root is taken by it.
A good example of the moisture produced by a family residence
How To Prevent Condensation
Condensation could be the easiest and cheapest kind of damp to fight. Listed here are some of the things you certainly can do to reduce it:
Keep your home warmed
It is suggested to keep your heating o-n a steady heat of around 17 degrees Celcius
Insulate the walls
Increase ventilation
Also turn in your extractor fan in bathrooms / kitchens o-r have them fitted.
Shut bathroom doors if you shower to help control the wetness.
Dry clothes outside o-r vent dryers straight to the outside world (refrain from drying clothes o-n radiators as this may cause a huge amount of moisture in the air -- and its got to go somewhere!)
Check they aren't blocked, if drip vents and air bricks are present.
Furniture
It is wise to leave a gap of around 50mm between the wall and furniture, try perhaps not to position wardrobes and drawers right up from the wall as this may reduce air flow and cause condensation ending in mould behind things.
Tips
Cover pans when cooking and really don't leave kettles boiling
keep a small window ajar whilst in the house and remember to shut it when you leave the home, especially if the window is ground floor
Avoid putting too many clothes in a single wardrobe as air flow will be restricted by this
Prevent draught proofing an area that is affected by condensation