This is because when we have the heating on throughout the colder months of the year, the air in our homes becomes drier and warmer.
However, when this warm air comes into contact with cold surfaces such as window glass, its moisture turns into water droplets and condensation forms (which can later result in damp and mould).
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Can salt stop condensation on windows? How it draws out moisture
Bathroom and window specialists, as well as home improvement experts say placing a bowl of salt on windowsills and near doors can draw moisture from the air, acting as a natural dehumidifier during autumn and winter.
Helen Godsiff, brand manager at Eurocell explained: “If you don’t have a dehumidifier, there’s a cheap supermarket hack that anyone can use to stop condensation, and all you’ll need is a bag of salt and a bowl.
“Salt can draw moisture from the air, preventing it from ever having the chance to settle on your windows.
“Simply buy a bag of salt from any supermarket, usually for less than £2, and place it in a bowl on your windowsill.
“You’ll need to give it a quick shake in the morning to prevent the moisture from sticking the salt together, but this is a great way to reduce condensation on a budget.”
Liam Spencer, owner of Northallerton Glass added: “Salt does draw out moisture as it is hygroscopic, which means that it attracts and draws out moisture in the air.
“It is a natural desiccant, which means that it will attract and hold water. When placed on a windowsill or by a window, the salt will draw out water vapour from the air before it is able to form droplets on the glass.
“However, the salt will need to be replaced as soon as it turns hard or becomes damp itself in order for it to remain effective. To use this trick, fill a shallow bowl or small cup with table or rock salt, and replace when it begins to clump together.”
Andy Ellis at Vidalux agreed but warned this is should only be a “short-term” fix: “This is only a temporary solution. To tackle condensation properly, focus on improving ventilation – open windows regularly and use extractor fans, especially when drying clothes indoors.”
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Liam from Northallerton Glass also advises that if you are using salt on windowsills, it is better to put this in a shallow bowl or cup instead of simply sprinkling it along the sill.
He continued: “Sprinkling the salt directly onto the windowsill can damage wooden sills, corrode hardware or discolour uPVC frames.
“As the salt absorbs moisture and clumps together, this can leave behind stains when left in direct contact with a windowsill, and may leave deposits behind that are difficult to remove.”
