Condensation On Windows

Top_Dog

I have a problem with condensation in the room in which I live and sleep but do not cook in

Each night the window sill if dripping with water which in turn is getting on to the carpet how do I stop this if it is possible ?

Al1x

You could dry windows with a towel, or get one of those window vacs. You could also try a dehumidifier. Our windows used to be terrible for condensation but we have just got double glazing and we don't get as much now.

sukysue

You need some ventilation in the room also try leaving the curtains opened I don't know why but in out front room we leave the curtains open now and the condensation has gone.

Top_Dog

Al1x wrote: »

You could dry windows with a towel, or get one of those window vacs. You could also try a dehumidifier. Our windows used to be terrible for condensation but we have just got double glazing and we don't get as much now.

I have also got double glazing

GwylimT

How often is the room heated? How long is the window open during the day/night?

cattie

Any room in which you sleep will be prone to condensation as your breath creates moisture in the air.

Ventilation is a good way to stop condensation, coupled with heat, but not many can afford to have the heating on as well as a window open. Some windows have trickle vents at the top to allow a minimal amount of ventilation & these can be opened & closed at will.

A cheap windscreen wiper is an effective way to deal with the condensation on windows, using a dry cloth or kitchen towel to mop up the moisture. Or a cheap wash leather is also very effective.

If your condensation is dripping onto the carpet, there are things you can buy to put on the window ledge the absorb the moisture. If you look on ebay you are bound to find quite a few listed.

If it's a serious problem & you're going to be living there for a while then it's probably worth your while investing in a dehumidifier. Many people on mse highly rate them for dealing with the problem of condensation.

robatwork

Keep the window open a bit at night.
You'll probably sleep better with more oxygen too.

737matthew

Unfortunately, windows only display condensation, not cause it, you need to try and manage living conditions. If you go onto the Pilkington Glass website, they have a very good section on condensation, which explains the causes, and the things you can try to improve the problems you are having. Hope this helps.

Cate1976

Open the window slightly during the day. We live in a 150 year old cottage and have to open the windows in some of the rooms for part of the day, luckily the arms have a hole just where it needs to be for window to open enough to stop condensation but not far enough to let cold in, the opening is less than half a centimetre.