Condensation on windows will disappear for good if you avoid cheap kitchen supplies
A clever mum has revealed a simple trick to preventing condensation and damp in your home. And it only costs £3.
Natasha Murfin, 37, learned the trick from her grandparents, who had a mobile home, using a simple kitchen item.
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Her older relatives often placed buckets of salt on the windowsills in winter to prevent moisture from building up.
Natasha continues the family solution by putting table salt in paper cups and placing them on all the windowsills in her house at night. She swears it stops condensation and damp.
The handy mum bought 1.5kg of table salt from Tesco for £1.75 and 15 paper cups for just £1.15.
Natasha from West Lothian, Scotland, said: “I can’t afford to put a dehumidifier in every room so I thought even if it doesn’t work, it only costs £3, I might as well give it a try.
“It really worked fantastically.”
“I put a cup per window in every room of the house,” she continued.
“The windows were dripping with condensation and we had to squeegee them every morning.”
But since using her salt trick, the happy mother no longer has to clean her windows in the fall and winter.
She added: “I only fill the cups halfway with salt and shake them every morning to make sure the salt doesn’t stick together.
“When the salt becomes hard and soggy, it’s time to replace it.”
The mother added that you can be even more economical by drying moist salt in the oven.
You can also wipe your windows with salt water to prevent further condensation.
Elsewhere, bargain hunters are rushing to the nearest supermarket, trying to grab a 59p bargain that’s perfect for the changing weather conditions.
Now that the rainy and humid weather is finally here, people are already thinking about how to protect their homes from mold and mildew.
And consumers are rushing to the nearest high street to stock up on affordable hanging dehumidifiers that absorb moisture in no time.
This happened after a savvy shopper, Adele Williams, took to social media to advertise her bargain purchase, leaving many surprised.
Post message on BARGAIN LOVERS – Poundland, Home Bargains, B&M, Primark, The RangeIn a public Facebook group with 144,500 members, Adele shared a photo of her finds at Poundstretcher – the cheap hanging dehumidifiers, which will cost you less than 60p.
Alongside the post she wrote: ‘With the humid weather coming, now is the perfect time to stock up on supplies.
“Pounstretcher across the country.”
The bargains that Fab Fresh sells used to be 89p, but are now down to 59p. Yes, you heard that right.
If you’re on a budget and want to save money wherever possible, you’ll be happy to hear that you can save 33% on these handy products thanks to the sale.
These five-function dehumidifiers absorb up to three times their own weight in water and are ideal for drying racks and wardrobes.
Small and compact, they are a must-have for anyone looking to get rid of musty odors this fall.
What is mold and how do you get rid of it?
During the winter months there is a greater chance of mold developing.
Olivia Young, Product Development Scientist at To amaze revealed exactly why this is the case.
“Unfortunately, mold is a common problem that many people face during the winter. Mold thrives in warm, humid conditions, so your bathrooms are likely to be the most affected area.
“That being said, during the colder months, most rooms in your home can be susceptible to mold growth.
“This is mainly caused by condensation that forms on your windows when you turn on the radiators.
“If you think about it, when windows and doors are closed, the air can’t circulate properly and the moisture can’t escape quickly.
“This build-up can cause the dreaded mold to grow, especially in bathrooms, as it creates a warm, moist environment that is a breeding ground for mold.
“If left untreated, it is not only unsightly, but can also pose a serious health risk. That is why it is very important to treat it.
“The key to dealing with mold is to act quickly.
“Try to avoid contact with it as much as possible. So grab your gloves, tie your hair up and get to work removing all signs of mold as soon as you notice them.
To prevent mold, there are a number of simple solutions that you can implement throughout your home.
“The first is to ventilate it. Yes, even in the cold winter months try to leave your bathroom window open for at least 10/15 minutes after showering or bathing. This will quickly remove excess moisture and prevent mold from forming.
“If you have recurring mold in a particular area, it may be because the humidity is too high. You can purchase a dehumidifier that will help keep the humidity down and reduce the risk of mold recurring.
“The golden rule to remember when dealing with mold is: the sooner you can treat it, the better. If you leave it alone, it will only get worse, so never ignore it!
“To successfully remove mold every time, I recommend opting for the The UK’s No. 1 Mould & Mildew Removerthat removes mold and mildew stains almost instantly, without the need for scrubbing.”
