Expel condensation with 65p kitchen staple to stop mould taking over your home

14 January 2024 , 08:30

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Mould can damage your property and health (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Condensation is a sinister symptom of could weather, especially if you struggle to keep it in check.

It's normal for properties, especially if they are older and not as well insulated, to struggle with condensation when the weather is cold. These droplets tend to form on cold surfaces, such as windows, when the cold air outside meets the warm air inside.

You might not think of this as a problem, especially if you can just wipe it off, but if left untreated it can lead to worrying mould - which can not only cause damage to your property, but also health issues such as asthma. There are many ways that can help prevent condensation - from dehumidifiers to keeping your windows open at night.

But some methods come with their own problems - such as a big upfront cost or making your property cold. But luckily, there's another hack that requires no extra gadgets. In fact, you probably already have it in your kitchen - and if you don't it will only set you back 65p.

Bicarbonate of soda isn't just a staple item in baking, but it can be used to clean all sorts of things - from yellow stains off white clothing to absorbing odours from the fridge. But according to TikTok content creator @blooms_abode, you can also use it to expel condensation from your home.

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In a video uploaded to the platform, the savvy cleaner: "You NEED this." The TikToker first makes sure to open her blinds and curtains first thing in the morning, and also recommends leaving a pot of bicarbonate of soda on the window sill, where the condensation tends to be worst.

You don't need to put a fresh pot of bicarb in the windowsill every day. She tends to leave it until it "eventually" goes hard, and then changes it for a fresh pot. It also helps to use a mould spray every two weeks to keep it "at bay," according to the content creator.

Bicarbonate of soda can be bought from Tesco and Asda for just 65p. She also uses Astonish Mould and Mildew Blaster, which can be purchased for £1.49 at Asda.

Ariane Sohrabi-Shiraz