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- Ventilation is key<\/strong>: Adequate ventilation is your first line of defence against condensation and mould growth. Make sure to:\n
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- Regularly open windows to let fresh air circulate through your home, even if for just 15 mins every morning in the colder months<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Use extractor fans in high-moisture areas like bathrooms and kitchens<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Avoid blocking air vents or ducts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Open trickle vents if you have them<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Keep doors closed while rooms are steamy (bathroom and kitchen) but all other times, keep doors open to maintain a steady airflow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Maintain a comfortable temperature<\/strong>: Consistent heating can prevent condensation. Try these heating tips:\n
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- Keep your home reasonably warm, especially during colder seasons<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Use thermostatic radiator valves to control room temperatures<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Invest in insulation to retain heat and reduce the risk of damp<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Deal with issues promptly<\/strong>: If you notice any signs of damp, mould, or condensation, don't delay. Early action can prevent problems from escalating. If you rent, report this to your landlord immediately
<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Regular cleaning<\/strong>: A clean home is less susceptible to mould growth. Make sure to:\n
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- Regularly clean and disinfect surfaces, especially in bathrooms and kitchens<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vacuum often as up to 80% of mould grows on dust. Using a vacuum cleaner with a sealed HEPA and a bag will capture more dust than other types<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Keep furniture and curtains away from walls and windows to prevent moisture build-up and allow for good airflow<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Try not to overfill cupboards. If you notice a musty smell when you open the door, it is too full (placing wardrobes against internal walls will be warmer than against external walls)
<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n - Monitor your temperature and humidity levels: <\/strong>Many species of mould can grow if the humidity stays high for long enough. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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- Aim to keep relative humidity between 40-60% <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- Ideal room temperatures are 19-22 degrees for living spaces and 16-20 degrees for bedrooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- If you are away from home in the colder months, try not to let the temperature drop lower than 15 degrees<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- If you don\u2019t have heating in every room, always keep the doors of unheated rooms open to allow some of the heat into them
<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n - Reduce moisture in your home: <\/strong>\n
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- Use lids on saucepans <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Keep the kitchen door shut \/ open windows \/ use extractor fan when cooking<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Boil water in your kettle rather than a saucepan and only boil what you need to reduce steam<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- dry clothes outside when possible but when indoors, try to:\n
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- ensure your tumble drier is vented to the outside<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- avoid drying clothes on radiators<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- if hanging out wet clothes indoors, choose a ventilated room such as the bathroom with the door closed, the extractor fan on and the window slightly open<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- open the window in the bathroom and use the extractor until all the steam has gone<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- don't leave water standing e.g. in a kitchen sink or bath<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- mop up any spillages or condensed water before it evaporates into the air<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- some surfaces only need to be damp for 24 hours before mould starts to grow<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- remove condensation from windows with a dry cloth or, if this is a real problem in your home, a window vac that sucks in the moisture
<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n - Let in natural light<\/strong>: Mould loves dark, indoor spaces indoors to grow so open the curtains during the day to let natural light in<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Tools to help you prevent mould and mildew<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
1. Air quality monitors<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n
Use an air monitor to check your humidity and temperature levels. The CO2, QP Lite and QP Pro air quality monitors all have temperature and humidity sensors as standard. With the phone app, you can set alerts on any sensor to let you know when levels are too high\/low<\/p>\n\n\n
- Aim to keep relative humidity between 40-60% <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Regular cleaning<\/strong>: A clean home is less susceptible to mould growth. Make sure to:\n
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