I’m a window pro – my ‘stoffluften’ tip banishes condensation in 3 minutes, do it to avoid a moldy home during winter
A WINDOW pro has revealed a helpful tip that promises to banish condensation in just three minutes.
Do it now and you could avoid a moldy home during the winter months.
Allowing air to circulate in our homes during the cold winter months is essential if you want to avoid mold and mildew, a consequence of too much condensation.
But Matan Korin, the Vice President of Sales at Ecoline Windows, has even more tips up his sleeve to help homeowners.
STOFFLUFTEN
Stoffluften translates as “shock ventilation”, but perhaps “short, sharp ventilation” might be more descriptive.
It certainly works for the Germans. It’s a trick they’ve been accustomed to for generations.
It’s simple and efficient and works wonders. Simply open several windows all over your house for no more than three minutes.
This has the effect of creating a draft, that will move the air around, swapping most of the warm humid air inside the house with cold air from outside.
“As the fresh air’s temperature rises, it takes up the extra humidity in the house,” explained Matan.
REVIEW YOUR WINDOWS
It’s a costly exercise, but, over a while, it might prove cost-effective to upgrade your windows.
Cold windows are more prone to condensation, so try to keep them warm. You can use thermal curtains, window quilts, or a small space heater nearby.
Another cheap solution is window insulation film, which reduces heat transfer and condensation.
USE A DEHUMIDIFIER
Homeowners are beginning to catch on to the effectiveness of a dehumidifier.
They control indoor humidity levels, which is crucial in preventing window condensation.
Investing in a good-quality dehumidifier can reduce the amount of moisture in the air inside your home.
A dehumidifier also has a dual purpose of helping dry clothes indoors during the winter months without adding to the humidity levels.
REARRANGE FURNITURE
Simply moving sofas and chairs around could have a remarkable effect.
Condensation is more likely to occur if your windows are obstructed by large items or heavy curtains.
“Moving your furniture (or replacing your curtains) can allow air to circulate more freely around your windows, which will help maintain a more consistent temperature and reduce condensation,” said Matan.
ASSESS YOUR INDOOR PLANTS
Houseplants are great for improving indoor air quality, but you shouldn’t have too many in one area.
They release moisture into the air and this can contribute to higher humidity levels, leading to condensation.
But this can be addressed simply by repositioning them around your home.