I was experiencing condensation in my car – a 79p purchase was a game changer
DEFINITELY windscreens are a common problem in the colder winter months and can be very dangerous for drivers – or anyone on the road.
As temperatures begin to drop, it is essential that motorists know how to remove condensation from car windows.
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Be that as it may foggy, freezing or just plain dirty, driving with obscured vision can land you with a hefty fine of as much as £2,500 and three penalty points, reported The Express.
The Road Vehicles Lighting Regulations 1989 and the Highway Code state that “windshields and windows MUST be kept clean and free of obstructions to vision.”
A common problem for millions of drivers around the world, condensation occurs when the temperature inside the car is different than outside.
When it gets cold at night and the temperature outside drops, the inside of your car stays a little warmer.
This means that when the cold and warmer air meet, the water vapor in the air turns to water, causing condensation on your windows.
As winter approaches, hundreds of motorists have taken to social media to ask for advice on how to tackle the dangerous problem, and among them is a fan of Mrs Hinch. Lynn Osborne.
Desperate for advice, the driver explained that she had tried several methods to keep condensation at bay, but without success.
Post to the popular Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips PageLynn wrote: ”I’m getting a lot of condensation in my car. I used vatious [various] wipes and microfiber cloths, but nothing works very well.
“Can you recommend me a good product to absorb the water?”
Luckily for Lynn, from West Yorkshire, her message was quickly flooded with dozens of responses from fellow motorists who came to help.
There was a mixed range of responses, ranging from using a sock filled with kitty litter to ensuring there are no leaks, but one suggestion proved more popular than any other: purchasing a mini dehumidifier.
One person wrote: ”Yes, I use those disposable dehumidifiers.”
Someone else agreed, saying: ”Try a disposable dehumidifier you can buy at the pound shop.”
What is condensation?
Condensation is water droplets that form on a window when moist air comes into contact with a cold surface.
Condensation occurs when:
Air cools
Warmer air can hold more moisture than cooler air. When moist air hits a cold surface, such as a window, the water vapor in the air turns into liquid water droplets.
Windows are colder than walls
Windows are often colder than insulated walls, which means there is a greater chance of condensation.
Windows are poorly insulated
Poorly insulated windows can lead to condensation, especially if they are made of aluminum, which conducts heat quickly. If left untreated, it can lead to mold and other serious problems.
”€1.00 dehumidifier,” added a third, while another shopper said they bought the winter must-have from Tesco.
A dehumidifier is a winter product for many drivers and households and works “by sucking air from the room through a coil that is cooled to a very low temperature by a cooling system,” the experts at Breathing space.
The water vapor then condenses on the cold surface and the water drips into the collection bucket below.
Those who want to get their hands on the gadget can purchase a pack of 12 Indoor dehumidifiers for £9.48 at Home Bargains – which works out to just 79p per mini dehumidifier.
This Home Bargains find is great for removing damp air and improving air quality, but will also keep your car smelling great as it comes in three wonderful scents: vanilla, cherry and lavender.
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