As the weather gets chillier and there's less ventilation inside, c ondensation often begins to form on the windows of your home.
Aside from just being an annoyance, too much water build-up can be the root of problems such as damp and mould, which can cause health problems if it's not dealt with.
Certain hacks, such as placing salt on the windowsill, are a useful way to get rid of condensation - but to get ahead of the problem, an expert has revealed the exact temperature your home should be to keep it at bay.
The Express reports that you should try to minimise moisture in the home wherever possible, including avoiding wet clothing which can release moisture into the air.
And Tony Adams, boiler and heating expert and spokesperson for Village Heating, says that condensation should be dealt with as quickly as possible to avoid more serious problems.
He says setting your heating temperature to 15-17 degrees is a good place to start, explaining: "Condensation can build up on windows when temperatures outside are significantly cooler than those inside.
"This is more common during the autumn and winter months, when households tend to put their heating on due to the weather getting chillier."
Tony added: "While window condensation in itself isn't an issue, it can lead to more severe issues to damp and mould build-up. This can cause/exacerbate health issues, threaten the foundational structure of homes, and ultimately reduce the value of a property."
He explained that keeping your heating between 15 and 17 degrees helps your home reach a "constant temperature" which stops water forming on the windows.
This trick also helps to slash energy bills, as it helps your home stay at a more manageable temperature rather than going between being too hot and too cold.
Another way that people can banish condensation is by avoiding drying wet clothes on a radiator as this can cause water droplets to form on your windows immediately.
Bathroom design expert Evan Jones from Bathroom Supastore said: "Although tumble driers can be expensive with the cost of living right now, using one will decrease the amount of moisture in your home if you have the venting set up correctly."
He also suggested putting cold water in first when running a hot bath, and keeping lids on saucepans when cooking to keep the moisture in the room to a minimum.
Alternatively, you can remove condensation manually by using a squeegee or drying windows off with an old towel.
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