Your curtains are making condensation worse – here you can find out why this is the case and which 4 solutions we recommend for wet windows

When the cold season begins and the heating starts, people everywhere have to contend with condensation.

And while there are many tips and tricks you can use to keep your windows dry, there are also things you can avoid.

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One Mrs Hinch fan asked for advice on how to prevent condensation on Facebook, writing: “Another year, another condensation season!

“I’m so tired of wiping these windows every morning.

“Does anyone else have this problem? Any tips to prevent condensation?”

They also announced that they “open these windows for about three hours every day.”

Among the responses they received was one person who admitted that not using a household product helped reduce condensation.

“I removed all the curtains because they don’t collect condensation well,” they wrote.

“I’ve switched everything to blinds that I pull up at night – that makes a difference in terms of condensation.”

Others shared their own suggestions for dealing with condensation in the comments section.

Reduce humidity

By far the most popular suggestion was to purchase a dehumidifier.

“Just dehumidifiers. They may cost a few hundred but are absolutely worth it,” wrote one.

“My son hardly uses his asthma pump anymore since I got my own.”

“Invest in a Meaco dehumidifier,” agreed another.

“Best purchase I’ve ever made. No more condensation, no more mold, and it even has a tumble dry mode that I use for things I don’t like putting in the dryer.”

“I use the Unibond dehumidifier and refill pack,” wrote a third.

“Since we got them, there is no more condensation on our windows.”

“We got a dehumidifier two years ago and now we never wake up with that stuff on the windows!” said another.

“It also dries our laundry.”

Common bathroom habits that promote mold growth

Plumbworld, a leading expert in bathroom and kitchen products, has reported on the daily habits that increase the likelihood of mold growth in homes.

Leave wet towels and bath mats on the floor

Wet towels and bath mats on the floor after showering or bathing can increase humidity and create an ideal breeding ground for mold spores.

To prevent this, hang towels and bath mats in a place where they can dry quickly and wash them regularly.

The fan does not turn on

To reduce humidity in the bathroom, an exhaust fan is crucial.

When you take a hot shower or bath, the steam increases the humidity in the room, creating an ideal breeding ground for mold to grow on walls, ceilings and other surfaces.

An exhaust fan provides relief by transporting the moist air outside, thus significantly reducing the risk of mold formation.

Experts recommend running the fan while showering and for at least 20-30 minutes afterward to reduce humidity.

Ignore small leaks

Even minor leaks in the sink, toilet or shower can contribute to increased humidity in the bathroom, creating an environment where mold can grow.

Over time, these leaks can cause significant water damage and encourage mold growth in less visible areas such as interior walls or under floors.

Fix leaks promptly to prevent mold and possible building damage.

Keep shower curtains or doors closed

If the shower area is left closed after use, moisture remains trapped inside, slowing the drying process and creating a humid environment that encourages mold growth.

Mold can easily form on shower curtains, doors and in tile joints if they remain damp for too long.

To avoid this, leave the shower door or curtain open after use to improve air circulation and allow the area to dry faster.

Storing too many products

Shower baskets and corners filled with bottles and accessories may seem harmless, but they can restrict airflow and trap moisture, creating hidden, damp nooks where mold can grow unnoticed.

Keep the number of shampoo and shower gel bottles to a minimum and clean and dry the areas underneath them regularly to prevent mold growth.

DIY tricks

Others rely on hacks they have seen online and tried themselves and had success with.

“I put a small Tupperware bowl without a lid of table salt on each window,” wrote one.

“Works wonders and helps prevent mold.”

“Dishwashing liquid on the windows helps a lot,” said another.

A third commented: “Put newspaper on the windowsills, it really helps.”

“And hang a moisture catcher in every room.”

Air it out

Another completely free solution that was quickly suggested was to open the windows as wide as possible.

“I open my small upstairs window a crack and close the handle so the window is technically still closed but is a crack in every room,” one wrote.

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“This keeps the air circulating throughout the house, but when it’s cold you don’t even notice it because the opening is so small!

“That really helped us.”

“Air has to get in, then it doesn’t condense,” noted another.

“I just open my windows and leave them open almost all year round,” said a third.

“I just leave my windows open a crack,” agreed another.

“Provides sustained air circulation, prevents condensation and fresh air can also contribute to better sleep.”

Suck it up

In addition to a dehumidifier, a window vacuum also received a lot of praise in the comments.

“I use a window vacuum,” said one.

“I had to replace my rear windows over a year ago and we switched to triple glazing – there’s no condensation.”

“A window vacuum is a game changer. It literally takes a few minutes to clean in the morning,” said another.

And a third commented: “I use a Kärcher window vacuum – they are brilliant and make life so much easier.”