Condensation becomes rampant in homes during the cold months, leaving our window ledges and surfaces damp and mouldy.
The extra moisture usually seen on windows is a result of poor ventilation as we keep our windows closed to retain heat. While it is a common problem, it can result in black mould growing on surfaces which can cause health problems like asthma and structural damage.
While you can splash out on costly de-humidifiers to suck up excess water vapour, it turns out there is a common household ingredient that can do the same thing.
According to the interior experts at Beanbags.co.uk, bicarbonate of soda serves as a budget friendly moisture absorber that naturally dehumidifies rooms.
Simply fill a small bowl with baking soda and place it on the windowsill. Over time you will notice the baking soda will harden as it absorbs the moisture. When this happens you should replace it with fresh baking soda.
Not only is the powder a universal cleaner, which can make bathroom surfaces sparkle and unblock hairy drains, it costs as little as 75p per portion.
Other natural ways to keep your home dry include:
Taking cooler and shorter showers to reduce humidity
One of the biggest causes of humidity in homes is taking a shower. To reduce the humidity from showering, you should consider using cooler water that's warm rather than boiling hot and taking shorter showers.
After showering you should always leave the bathroom door and windows open for half an hour to increase airflow.
Decorate your home with humidity-absorbing houseplants
There are also some humidity-absorbing indoor houseplants you can get to naturally remove moisture from your home.
These include peace lily, boston fern, and spider plants. Not only will they reduce the humidity in your home they will look great too.#
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