Banish condensation and window mould in an hour with straightforward solution – and it stops heat escaping
IF there’s one thing guaranteed to dampen the mood in your home during winter, it’s condensation.
Many Brits need to crank up the heat to stay warm and bust the pesky water droplets - but this isn’t the most cost-effective solution amid the rising cost of living.
Condensation occurs when warm air collides with cold surfaces, or when there's too much humidity in your home.
The tiny water droplets can become a persistent pain that ruins surfaces and, if not careful, turn into mould.
The nasty fungus will spread like wildfire, leaving unsightly and hazardous stains that are dangerous to breathe in and cost a fortune to put right.
And the main area for concern in most UK homes is the windows, particularly those in the kitchen, bathroom and conservatory.
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Fortunately, there’s cost-effective and "straightforward" ways to stop the droplets settling on the window rather than cranking the heat - and thus your energy bill - up.
Matan Korin, the Vice President of Sales at , recommended placing self-adhesive foam strips around your windows to stop draft seeping in.
Draughts let in too much cold air and waste too much heat, causing the extreme temperature contrasts on surfaces that allow condensation to settle.
Controlling ventilation with foam adhesive strips will help reduce condensation and damp by letting fresh air in when needed.
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You can pick up an 80cm roll of self-adhesive foam for a cool £7.49 in B&Q - a small price to pay compared to having your heating on full blast every day in winter.
If mould has already started growing, Matan shared a one-hour hack to get rid of it.
"Blend equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray bottle," he instructed.
"Spray the affected area and let it sit for an hour before scrubbing with a brush.
"White vinegar’s acidic properties make it a natural mould killer."
Matan added that Brits should utilise ventilation methods in their home to prevent the growth of mould.
“Use exhaust fans in your bathroom and kitchen, and open your windows when the weather allows,” he said.
“You can also reduce indoor humidity levels with a dehumidifier, especially during the humid months.
“These are a cost-effective and straightforward solution, although they’ll require periodic replacement.”
Mould is a direct result of condensation, and mould Outbreaks can impact you and your family's health, so it's important to tackle it.
One mum recently discovered that the toxic fuzz had “grown all over” the back of her leather sofa.
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She took to Facebook in desperate search of help - and cleaning fanatics were quick to recommend a 50p product.
Fabulous also revealed last month how proper loft insulation can save you a whopping £175 on your energy bills every year.