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Due to humidity and temperature, condensation will appear on the windows. When the glass becomes colder than the surrounding air, the water molecules in the air will gather together to form a thin layer of water droplets. At best, this may be an annoyance at home and requires some cleaning, but at worst it may adversely affect your health.

In small amounts, there is no need to worry about condensation.

However, if left for a long time, it will cause blackening.

For those with certain pre-existing diseases, such as asthma, black mold can be very dangerous.

A large number of mold spores can cause health problems for anyone.

Babies and young children, the elderly, and people with allergies are also at risk of mold accumulation.

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Most commonly, black mold can cause cold-like symptoms, including dry cough, runny nose, watery eyes, sore throat or wheezing.

Although not all condensation causes such problems, there are three main signs that your condensation may cause problems.

1. If black mold begins to form around your window frames

2. If condensation starts to collect around your window frame

3. Moisture began to appear on the walls around the windows.

The key to avoiding accumulation is to solve the condensation problem immediately.

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One way to prevent condensation from forming is to simply wipe it off the windows.

Use soapy water to remove the condensed water, and then use a dry cloth to remove the water.

In some cases, it may be necessary to throw away two pieces of cloth to avoid contamination.

Buying a dehumidifier can also help reduce the moisture in the air.

Place the dehumidifier near the window where condensation occurs most often.

Use a fan

In rooms such as the kitchen or bathroom, ensuring that the fan is turned on will help reduce the risk of condensation.

Although opening windows in winter may not be the most ideal option, it can work wonders to help eliminate condensation.

Try to do this while cooking, showering or even in bed.

Only opening windows for 20 minutes a day helps reduce the effects of condensation.

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Increasing home heating can help improve insulation and prevent surfaces from becoming too cold.

According to James Mokler, Karcher’s Assistant Retail Product Manager: “Ensuring regular warm temperatures around your home will prevent the surface from becoming cold enough to form condensation.

"The heater does not need to be on all day long, but you can use a timer to turn on the heater when it's coldest to keep the surface warm and prevent condensation from forming."

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