WITH rising energy bills and plummeting temperatures, we’re all trying to keep our homes warm on a budget.
Unfortunately, for some of us, keeping the heating off has caused condensation on the inside of our windows.
While this is annoying on its own, it can also cause mould to grow.
Luckily one housing expert has shared her quick and easy tips to stop this from happening.
TikTok account @wrekinhg regularly shares housing advice with its 320 followers.
In a recent video, one of their team shares how she keeps her home dry inside.
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During the 37-second video, she shows various ways she prevents condensation and mould within her home – including regularly opening windows to let out any humid air.
“This is how we do it! Prevent condensation and mould.
“Keep boilers and thermostats consistent. World Health Organisation recommends 18 to 21 degrees.
“Shut doors when using a shower or bath to prevent moisture.
“And wipe down any remaining water! This includes shower screens, tiles and mirrors.
“Don’t forget your windows! Especially around the edges to prevent mould.
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“Use lids to prevent condensation when cooking.
“Keep the room well-ventilated when drying clothes indoors. Make sure you open windows to release humid air.
“You can also use a dehumidifier or humidity reader.”
Fans loved the quick tips, with the video gaining more than 1,400 likes and 95,000 views.
In the comments, her followers shared their own hacks, with one writing: “Include plants in your house as well. Since having them in my bathroom I don’t get mould anymore they soak up any steam and water droplets.
Another said: “Keep the vents at the top of your windows open all the time. You need air flowing through your home.”
A third added: “Infrared panel in the bathroom, heats the walls, no condensation.”
She’s not the only one offering useful advice online – Sunny tested if putting washing up liquid on the inside of your windows helps, and shared her results on TikTok.
She said: “To my surprise it actually did.
“So the washing up liquid is meant to form a barrier to stop the water sticking to the window.
“And obviously there are other ways that reduce or stop it altogether but this is just an easy, cheap way to do it.”
In the comments, a follower agreed, writing: “Definitely works, I tried it, got up in the morning – clear windows.”
