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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Martha Davies

Why This Surprising Aluminum Foil Tip Is the Secret to Stopping Bathroom Condensation and Preventing Winter Mold

Bathroom with dark gray cabinets and Art Deco-style black framed mirrors.

Bathroom humidity isn't just a nuisance; over time, it can lead to dampness, mold, and even serious plumbing risks. And when temperatures drop in winter, the issue becomes more urgent, with warm indoor air meeting cold surfaces to create more moisture and produce higher levels of condensation.

If your bathroom isn't equipped to handle humidity, now is the time to find solutions and help to prevent and get rid of mold and mildew in your home. But before you fork out on costly additions like dehumidifiers, there's one hack you need to try: placing aluminum foil behind your bathroom mirror to reduce the condensation. It might sound surprising, but experts say that a simple strip of foil really can help to stop the condensation on your bathroom mirror.

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