You come to the window in the morning and instead of a view you see drops of water. Condensation on windows is not only unpleasant \u2013 in the long run it can lead to mold, damage to frames and poorer air quality in the apartment. The good news? In most cases, it can be removed quickly and without expensive repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why does condensation form<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Condensation forms when warm, moist air in the room meets the cold surface of the window. The most common causes are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
High humidity in the interior<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Insufficient ventilation<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Large difference between indoor and outdoor temperatures<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Poor air circulation at the windows
How to get rid of condensation \u2013 immediately and effectively<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ventilate regularly and briefly<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Forget about micro-ventilation all day long. It will cool the windows, but it will not remove moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Open the windows fully for 5\u201310 minutes, ideally 2\u20133 times a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Create a draft \u2013 the moist air will quickly go away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reduce the humidity in the room<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The ideal humidity in the apartment is 40\u201355%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This will help:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
a hood when cooking<\/p>\n\n\n\n
closing the bathroom door after showering<\/p>\n\n\n\n
drying laundry outside the living room (or with a dehumidifier)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If condensation persists, a dehumidifier is the fastest solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do not cover radiators and window sills<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Floor-length curtains or crowded window sills prevent the flow of warm air to the window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The heat does not reach the glass \u2192 the glass remains cold \u2192 water condenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Leave the space under the window free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Maintain a stable temperature<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Large temperature fluctuations increase the risk of condensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do not heat suddenly<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Try to keep the temperature between 20\u201322 \u00b0C in living rooms<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do not let the temperature in the bedroom drop below 18 \u00b0C for a long time<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Check the window seals<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Damaged or old seals can cause the glass and frame to cool down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you feel cold or drafty, replacing the seals is cheap and very effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What to do if condensation keeps coming back<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then it is not just humidity, but a combination of poor ventilation and thermal bridges. The following can help:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
window adjustment
controlled ventilation
better glazing (double glazing \u2192 triple glazing)
Watch out for mold<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If water droplets remain on the glass and frame for a long time, mold is only a matter of time. Wipe the windows regularly and solve the problem now \u2013 not until \u201cspring\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dry windows, healthier air and fewer worries \u2013 a few good habits are often enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What trick against condensation has worked for you?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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