Your dehumidifier isn't always the answer in winter, experts warn – this is when not to use yours in the coldest months

A black and white shaker kitchen with a Meaco dehumidifier beside a kitchen island with leather upholstered bar stools.

When condensation starts creeping down the windows in our house, the first thing I usually do is turn on my dehumidifier to try to combat it. But experts say that knowing when not to use a dehumidifier in winter is just as important as knowing when to switch it on.

It turns out that there are a few cold-weather-related scenarios where running a dehumidifier can actually be inefficient, ineffective and can make your home less comfortable.