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[vc_row kd_background_overlay=”default” kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top”][vc_column][vc_column_text]Condensation. We all know it: fogged-up windows on a cold winter’s day, droplets running down the bathroom tiles, or that clammy feeling in the basement <\/strong>.<\/p>\n

On its own it seems harmless, but when condensation is a persistent presence in your home, it can become a serious problem. Think mould spots, musty odours, damaged walls and even health issues. It’s best to tackle that condensation. So how do you do that?[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” kd_background_overlay=”gray-color” kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top” css=”.vc_custom_1719408216266{margin-bottom: 50px !important;border-bottom-width: 4px !important;padding-top: 25px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 25px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #f7f7f7 !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;border-bottom-color: #8dc63f !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column]

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So What Exactly is Condensation?<\/h2>\n

Condensation occurs when warm, humid air comes into contact with a colder surface<\/strong>. The moisture in the air then condenses back into liquid. The result: tiny droplets on windows, walls, ceilings or mirrors<\/strong>.
\nA bit of condensation is perfectly normal, especially right after a hot shower or a long cooking session. At those times there’s a lot of water vapour in the air, so condensation is likely to form. But if it becomes persistent, the walls become increasingly saturated with moisture and it lingers. That’s when the trouble starts.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row kd_background_overlay=”default” kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top”][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The 2 Main Causes of Condensation<\/h2>\n

In theory, condensation can be caused by several factors, but two really stand out: poor ventilation and thermal bridges.<\/p>\n

1. Lack of ventilation<\/strong>
\nThis is without a doubt the most common culprit. A home where the air cannot circulate sufficiently traps moisture.<\/strong> Fogged-up windows or mirrors are often the first signs of a serious moisture problem. Especially in wet rooms such as the bathroom, kitchen or laundry room, a lot of moisture is produced. If you don’t have a ventilation system at home or can’t open a window, you need to be extra careful there. <\/p>\n

2. Thermal bridges<\/strong>
\nThe second major cause is thermal bridges. These are weak spots in the structure where the insulation is insufficient and cold air can enter<\/strong>. In those places the wall cools down much faster. Those are the spots where condensation will form very quickly.
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Condensation in the Basement<\/h2>\n

Not every room in your home is equally susceptible to this type of moisture problem. Condensation mainly rears its head in places where a lot of moisture is produced, or where temperature differences are significant<\/strong>. We’ve already mentioned bathrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms. Those are real hotspots. You also need to watch out in poorly insulated areas where thermal bridges have formed. <\/p>\n

But one space that deserves extra attention is the basement<\/strong>. Because it’s naturally cooler and ventilation often lacks, it’s the ideal place for condensation to form. In a basement that’s almost unavoidable. It’s easy to get stuck in a vicious circle: moisture condenses, then evaporates again as temperatures change, and then simply settles again. The humid air has nowhere to go.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”14745″ img_size=”full”][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row kd_background_overlay=”default” kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top”][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The Effects of Condensation<\/h2>\n

A bit of steam after a shower is no big deal, but persistent condensation can seriously damage your home<\/strong>. Some of the effects: <\/p>\n