Condensation Season

It's the first day of Autumn! As the weather now begins to cool down and the moisture levels rise; condensation usually gets worse in the colder winter months i.e. ‘the condensation season’.

1️⃣In the short-term you should wipe off the condensed water from windows and sills every morning during the condensation season. Wring out the cloth into a sink rather than drying out on a radiator.

2️⃣Maintaining a reasonable balance between heating, ventilation, and insulation can reduce excessive condensation.

3️⃣To reduce the risk of mildew on clothes and other stored items, allow air to circulate round them by removing ‘false’ wardrobe backs or drilling breather holes in them. You can place furniture on blocks to allow air to circulate beneath.

4️⃣Regular cleaning away of mould is vital. To remove mould, wipe down walls and window frames with a preparatory mouldicide or fungicidal wash (one which carries a Health and Safety Executive approval number). Spray containers of mouldicide can be obtained from chemists and retailers and mould kits can be obtained from specialist suppliers. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions precisely which will provide longer term prevention.