but on a cold morning i still get major condensation on all windows around the house,should i leave some windows open a bit on cold nights or get the heating looked at? it doesnt seem cold in the morning but the windows are running with wet.i have central heating in all rooms,but my lounge is quite big with only 2 rads,should i install more??
2006-11-20 09:39:52 · 12 answers · asked by =)) 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You have a much bigger problem than you think. If "all windows around the house" have 'major' condensation and you arte sure you have double glazing, you need to worry where that water is coming from.
If only some windows are condensing and this is happening BETWEEN the panes you have faulty double glazing and probably have a case against the installer.
If the house is not freezing in the morning then the central heating is working. If all radiators are hot to the touch when the CH is on then all the radiators are OK.
The water must be coming from somewhere and I suspect a major leak under the house, or a major fault with the damp-proof course.
2006-11-20 09:43:48 · answer #1 · answered by Espacer 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Double glazing reduces condensation may not get rid of it (I have a similar problem and have new windows). Make sure the vents at top of windows are open. The reason you get condensation is because of warm air hitting a cold surface. Keeping curtains drawn at night will help a little as will improving the heating and/or ventilation. A de-humidifier will also help, but quite a major task if you need one or several for the whole house. One big de-humidifier will not work if you close the doors to your rooms, but would be worthwhile in the worst area. Also if possible do not hang clothes to dry (this just increases the moisture in the air and it ends up on the windows). When having a bath, run a little cold water in first, this will reduce the condensation and when boiling pans of water for cooking, open the window for a while, again to let moisture out.
2006-11-20 09:51:47 · answer #2 · answered by geminii_lady_in_fife 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have the same problem and I tell you it is not the heating. It is the windows. They are double glazing and should condense on the out window from within (but there is no watter in between so there is no condensation, simple)
unfortunately the window must be kept sealed with a metal strip. If there is no insulaton on the both sides on the metal strip in between (the metal frame that holds the windows together), the cold from outside will conduct to the inner window. And then it will condose there like you have just one window.
You can make the diffrence if the condensaton starts from the edges of the windov and slowly goes to the middle as the inner window gets cooler and cooler. If this is the situation, then that is your problem.
2006-11-20 10:03:40 · answer #3 · answered by SaSe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends what you mean by 'major' condensation. Some condensation should be expected on cold mornings, even on double glazed windows, but if its literally running off them then you need to look at what is causing the air in your house to be so moisture laden in the first place?
Is the tumble dryer properly vented? Are you drying clothes on the radiators or on an inside clothers airer during the day? is the damp course in good condition? Check the crawl space under the floorboards for damp, or, if concrete floors, any signs of moisture ingress on those?
As has already been suggested, try leaving the curtains open after you have gone to bed so they themselves dont act as a barrier to keeping the inner pane warm and hence condensation free[er]
2006-11-20 10:24:43 · answer #4 · answered by scribble_kat 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think most of us have the same problem. On very cold mornings I have to do the wipe down ritual on all my windows. You could leave a window open but it would be a bit chilly.Our central heating makes the rooms warm in contrast to the icy cold temperatures outside but that's how it is. I wouldn't worry about it.
2006-11-20 09:49:05 · answer #5 · answered by little weed 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it means your double glazing is doing its job then ... by trapping warm air in and cold out .... it was a myth if you think double glazing does not create condensation ... by heating up the room you will make more condensation ... think about it , if you open a window the condensation goes , why because you have allowed the glass to reach the same temperature as out side .......... try putting a bowl of salt on the side that will help soak up the moisture in the air
2006-11-20 09:49:18 · answer #6 · answered by mrqprfc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm betting that you use gas for cooking and that you do not have an extractor vented to outside. Burning gas produces far more water than peoples breath which is the other main source of moisture apart from some serious building fault. Try holding a cold plate in a gas flame for two or three seconds you'll see what I mean
2006-11-24 08:27:17 · answer #7 · answered by bo nidle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your draperies may be to confineing over the windows, try to leave them open if possible in the areas of the house that are not private and see if the warmth on the windows keep the condensation off.
note: opening your windows only let cold air in, it would be better to place a fan about the room to blow on the window panes.
your window coverings may be thermo and that makes the window area an iceberg.
2006-11-20 09:55:54 · answer #8 · answered by ticketoride04 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The reason you have condensation is because it is warmer in the inside of your house than on the ouside. It doesn't warrant you doing any more work! It just shows that heat is not escaping which is a good thing!!
2006-11-20 09:45:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
dehumidifier
soon put it right
you will be amazed at the amount of water you will take out of the house and it will be warmer
2006-11-20 09:49:57 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋