Moisture in the house is a natural thing, but the problem occurs when there is more than enough of it. Then it should be treated as an air pollutant. The optimal air humidity in the room depends on the temperature and should be between 40% and 60%. When it exceeds this level, fungi and mold may begin to grow in the apartment. They are harmful not only to the building structure, but also to us. They contribute, among others: to the development of allergies, headaches or cough.
How to reduce humidity at home? Keep these things in mind
The first symptoms of too much humidity in the house are a feeling of muggyness and suffocation. You can also notice a characteristic musty smell. Mold and fungus may appear on the walls (especially in the corners and near the windows). The spots are usually green or black in color. Contrary to appearances, they do not occur only in the kitchen, where we constantly deal with water. Mold can attack any room if it is not regularly ventilated. Eruptions do not look aesthetically pleasing, but their main disadvantage is that they produce microtoxins that can damage our skin and mucous membranes.
Allergy sufferers, children and the elderly who have weaker immunity are most at risk. If you want to get rid of moisture and mold, you need to remember a few rules. Firstly take care of the appropriate temperature in the apartment. It should be 20-22 degrees C. Don’t forget to open the windows, especially in winter when the radiators are on most of the time. Ventilation grilles should always be open. If you notice water droplets on the window, it is a sign that the room needs to be ventilated.
Moisture in the house ViktoriiaNovokhatska/istock.com
What absorbs moisture? Home remedies will help you get rid of the problem
Rooms with too much humidity are colder and more difficult to heat. Damp walls do not protect well against the cold. The humidity level in your home increases when you perform everyday activities such as bathing, washing dishes, or doing laundry. If you notice this problem at home, it is best to take action immediately. Home remedies will help you reduce moisture levels. A simple washing machine comes to the rescue. Many of us dry clothes at home because we do not have a balcony or garden. Next time you’re done doing laundry, leave your clothes in the washing machine and add a dry terry cloth towel. Set spin only and select the highest speed. The material will absorb excess water and make your clothes less wet.
Thanks to this, after hanging them on the dryer, they will dry faster and will not increase the humidity level in the room as much. It is also worth purchasing plants that absorb moisture. These are fern, Spathiphyllum, Herbacea and Dracaena. Instead of buying a moisture absorber for every room, make one yourself. Take a container, jar or small bowl. Fill them halfway with sea salt or baking soda and place them on the windowsills. They will absorb moisture and keep the windows dry. They need to be replaced only when the salt or baking soda becomes lumpy.
Source: Gazeta
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