Room-by-Room Moisture Control
Bathroom
Always run the exhaust fan during and after showers.
Keep the door closed to prevent humidity from spreading.
Wipe down wet tiles and glass doors after showering.
Kitchen
Cooking creates steam — especially boiling or simmering.
Run your range hood fan every time you cook.
If you don’t have one, crack a window while cooking.
Laundry Habits That Help
Drying clothes indoors adds huge amounts of moisture.
Better options:
Use a tumble dryer if you have one.
If you must air-dry inside:
Put it in a well-ventilated room.
Keep a window open.
Use a fan in that room.
Ideally add a small dehumidifier nearby.
Maintain Gentle, Consistent Heating
Temperature swings make condensation worse:
If rooms cool way down at night, moisture will spike in the morning.
Using a programmable thermostat or keeping temperatures more consistent helps reduce spikes in window condensation.
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