MAKE sure your home stays mould-free this autumn, with a handy £4 gadget.
With two storms set to batter the UK over the next few days, you may notice that condensation starts to appear on your windows.
Condensation occurs in the colder months
The budget buy works just like a dehumidifier
Once the product is full, empty it out and use it again
Wet weather leads to more water vapour in the air, which condenses into tiny water droplets on windows.
This can then lead to mould growth on walls and ceilings, which can cause a wide variety of health problems, including asthma and rashes.
It can also cause damage to your home and furniture, so it’s best to find the root cause of the issue, and fix it.
Budget demhudifier
Dehumidifiers are one of the most successful ways of getting rid of condensation, but they can often cost upwards of £100, making them unaffordable for many Brits.
Thankfully, there are some budget alternatives that do the same job, such as this Moisture Absorber from Temu.
The nifty bit of kit measures just 22cm by 8cm, and comes with a hook, so you can hang it up on a curtain rail, or in your wardrobe.
The £4 buy comes in three stylish colours, yellow, white and green, and works by sucking the moisture out of the air, before it has chance to land on the windows as condensation.
Once the gadget has filled up with water, simply empty it, and place it back on the rail, to use again.
A description reads: “Say goodbye to excessive humidity and musty smells with this high-quality, cost-effective dehumidifier.”
The product has been rated an impressive 4.8 stars on the Temu website, with shoppers racing to share their thoughts on the purse friendly buy.
One shopper said: “Great item, it absorbs moisture well.
“I’ve hung it in all the wardrobes.”
A second said: Perfect, exactly what I wanted and expected, great item.”
A third added: “Very practical and perfectly usable.”
What is black mould?
Black mould is a fungus that grows in warm, wet conditions such as in the bathroom.
More about condensation
By Helen Godsiff, brand manager at home improvement specialists Eurocell
Condensation is a constant problem in the UK, as our colder climate mixed with thermally efficient housing creates the ideal environment for condensation to form.
While it may appear as a harmless nuisance, condensation left unchecked can lead to more serious problems, such as damp and mould, which can come with major health implications.
While it may seem counterproductive to allow fresh air to flow into the home during colder months while we’re trying to keep warm with the heating on, opening them for just a few minutes will allow moist air in your home to be replaced with fresh air, preventing any possible buildup that could lead to condensation.
Mould can build up for a number of reasons, such as leaking pipes, poor insulation or if condensation is not wiped away after you’ve had a shower.
It’s important to get rid of mould as it can cause many health problems.
According to the NHS, black mould can lead to asthma attacks, allergic reactions and infections.
When removing black mould, it is important to protect yourself by using rubber gloves and a mask that covers you nose and mouth.
