Dri-master?

vickysh

Hi folks,
I was wondering if anyone has a dri-master and if they would recommend it?
We have exhausted everything we can think of for reducing the condensation- insulating wallpaper, extra loft insulation, extra ventilation and more heating but the condensation still gathers on the bedroom ceiling and is evident in the roof space at the side of the house the bedroom is in.
We do not have an extractor in the bathroom but we do keep the door closed. Our extractor in the kitchen is not the best (i am unsure if it even draws air outside). Taking into account the cost of new extractors in bathroom and kitchen the dri-master seems to be a cheaper option. We were eventually going to change kitchen extractor but I thought the dri-master would help the overall air quality.
Does anyone have one?
Thanks guys.

dkmax_2

vickysh wrote: »

We do not have an extractor in the bathroom but we do keep the door closed.

In my opinion you are much better off getting rid of the moist air at source so I would suggest you sort the bathroom out first.

Chunks

There's another old thread on this (doesn't appear to be a cheap fix):

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/2047721

The first response mirrors dkmax's view....

vickysh

Sorry- I should probably point out that the problems only occur during the winter months so although the bathroom is part of the problem I don't think it is totally the sole cause. We both shower first thing in the morning with windows open, ventilate the house during the day then the condensation builds up in the bedroom at other side of the hall over night. It seems to build up at night when the temperatures are very cold.
Do you think a bathroom extractor would be of more benefit? Have you any recommendations?

Chunks

Condensation is a common issue once the colder months arrive. Loads of options out there re extraction. If you DIY it's not a big expense either (care with the electric side of things - obviously). I have a pair of in-line extractors in my roof space (b/room and en-suite); helps a lot.

You need to look at what adds water vapour to the air in your home and reduce it. Showers, drying washing indoors, dishwasher, breathing (:)). If you can eliminate/reduce then you will improve your situation still further.

BigAndy_79

Hi Folks,

I live with the OP, VickSh I would like to also point out that during the winter months there seems to be a good bit of moisture/condensation on the wooden beams in the attic/roofspace. We had people come out and inspect up there when we had the problem that Vicky states last winter and although they put a lot of new insulation in there, there is still a lot of the condensation on the wooden beams. I was thinking that the dri-master could help eradicate this. The people that came also noticed that there was a small hole elsewhere in the attic that is obviously letting the cold air from outside in. Is this going to have a negative effect on things within the attic, then ?

Thanks.

Chunks

Apart from insulation and the prevention of any 'leakage' of warm moist air from the house into the loft, outside air should be free to circulate the loft space, I was told. In my place the eves (back and front) have vents for this purpose. These have to be kept clear of (say) insulation, rubbish etc. Logically, some level of condensation is likely 'normal', I would say.

As far as the effect that a Dri-master has, I cannot comment. Unless someone on here has knowledge, probably a quick chat with the guys at Dri-master is worth a go.

greyteam1959

I have fitted 3 drimaster units.
Had 1 in my house for maybe 12 or 15 years.
1 now in each of daughters houses.
Had upvc windows fitted & then started to have condensation & mouldy ( !! ) clothes in wardrobes.
Fitted drimaster & never had any problens ever again.
Highly recommend them.

a4turbos

Your loft should have plenty of ventilation, if it is a new build property there should be a vent to allow air flow throughtout the roofspace. In an old property like the one i live in there is a good breeze through the loft which stops any condensation forming....but youve got to have the floor of the loft well insulated obviously.

Get an extractor fan in the bathroom, they are normally connected to the light and will come on when the light is on and stay on for x minautes after turned off. You need to get the damp air out of the house.