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8 Good Tips on the Best Way to Prevent Condensation in Your Conservatory

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During the winter months when the weather starts to turn colder you may find that you notice condensation forming in your conservatory. It could be that the walls are slightly damper, droplets are appearing on the inside of windows or the floor is wet. If you are experiencing any of these signs there is no need to panic, condensation is is quite common and can be solved relatively easily.

What Causes Condensation?

The way a conservatory is designed means that it should be both air and water tight, making them perfect for retaining heat and shielding against wind and rain throughout the colder, wetter months. However, this usually means conservatories don’t necessarily have the best ventilation. This means that when temperatures drop outside if warm water vapour comes into contact with cold glass it is likely to turn into liquid. check out our other article about conservatory roof condensation and see how to prevent it.

The Problem With Condensation In Your Conservatory

While condensation may appear to be a minor inconvenience if not dealt with quickly it could lead to much more serious problems. Condensation is one of the main causes of damp which often results in mould forming. As well as causing damaging surfaces and fabrics mould can be a serious health hazard. It can cause problems for the respiratory system and also the skin and eyes.

This means that it is vitally important you do your best to stop condensation in your conservatory before mould starts to form. Listed below are 8 tips on how you can prevent mould and keep your conservatory a comfortable space that can be utilised all year round.

How To Prevent Condensation In Your Conservatory – 8 Great Tips

1. Keep Your Conservatory Ventilated

The best way to prevent condensation is to make sure your conservatory is well ventilated. While it may appear slightly counter productive maybe use a potable heater to keep your room warm while leaving windows open for several hours a day so the air has a chance to circulate. Another way to keep the risk of condensation to a minimum is by keeping the door from your conservatory to the rest of your home open

2. Ventilate all your House

It’s probably worth making sure the rest of your home is kept well ventilated to. This will stop any excess moisture building up. The best way to do this is ensure doors are left open and always utilise cooker hoods and extractor fans when cooking, bathing or washing clothes. If you haven’t already done so consider moving your tumble drier into the garage. This type of appliance can be a major contributor to increased levels of moisture during the winter months.

3. When Drying Clothes…

Never dry clothes in your conservatory as this will increase moisture levels.

4. Install Trickle Vents

Trickle vents are devices that are usually fitted at the top of a window to allow fresh air to circulate naturally throughout a room, while allowing polluted air to escape. They are controllable, to give the option of having them open or closed.

5. Or Try Condensation Catchers

If you don’t have the budget for trickle vents you could try a more affordable option like putting condensation catchers on your window sill. Condensation catchers are absorbent strips that do exactly what they say which is catch moisture and prevent it causing damp.

6. Don’t Have Too Many Plants In Your Conservatory

There is no doubt that plants are aesthetically pleasing but they do produce a lot of moisture, so our advice would be to keep them outside during the winter.

7. Double Glazing

If you double glaze your conservatory it will increase the temperature of the surfaces inside thus helping reduce condensation.

8. Put A Dehumidifier In Your Conservatory

If you've already tried some of the tips and your conservatory still has a condensation problem, try placing a dehumidifier in the room to reduce the moisture.

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