It wouldn’t be a British summer without an unpredictable weather forecast. One minute it’s hot and humid, and the next it’s pouring with rain. Not only does this make it difficult to plan for summer days, but it also makes our home more vulnerable to summer mold.
That’s right, summer mold thrives in moist and humid conditions. So it is not surprising that many of our homes are ready to be A hotspot for ghats This summer.
Finding an effective method for Getting rid of mold Can be difficult, and even more difficult to avoid. Also This £10 disposable dehumidifier from Amazon It’s my secret weapon for keeping summer mold at bay in my home.
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Cuckoo Disposable Dehumidifier for Home 500ml, Pack of 10
Mold thrives in areas of the home that are damp and poorly ventilated. While it’s a year-round problem, mold can be surprisingly present during the summer months. ‘We associate ghats with cold, wet winter conditions. But mold is a naturally occurring fungus that is always present in the air,’ explains Emma Mannion, cleaning expert Surprised.
‘Mold only appears when it has the right conditions to grow: moisture, warmth and the right surface. During the summer months, high humidity levels indoors can provide exactly that,’ she adds.
In fact, humidity is the main cause of summer mold. ‘In summer, excess moisture combined with poor airflow causes mould,’ explains Andy Ellis, founder of Vidalux. ‘Although you can leave the windows open in the summer, it can happen that on really hot and humid days, you’re letting in more humidity rather than reducing it.’
With this in mind, The best dehumidifiers Reducing the presence of damp and mold indoors is a no-brainer. However, they often come with a price. So, I found the next best thing Amazon – Disposable dehumidifiers.
(Image credit: Future plc / Maddy Balcombe)
Disposable dehumidifiers work to absorb moisture in your home, just like electrical dehumidifiers do. But, instead of plugging them in and finding space for a bulky device, disposable dehumidifiers can slot seamlessly into your space and still work.
Simply place the box in the area of your choice and remove the foil from the top of the box. Then you can leave it to work its magic. Packed with hydrophilic crystals, each dehumidifier absorbs up to 3 times its weight in water as it pulls excess moisture from the atmosphere.
At just £9.99 for a pack of 10, you’re free to place multiple dehumidifiers in different locations around your home. Or, keep a spare box handy as a replacement for your current dehumidifier when it fills up. Mine usually last me a month.
(Image credit: Future plc / Maddy Balcombe)
Disposable dehumidifiers come in many forms, viz hanging bag Or Moisture absorbent balls. But I first discovered handy dehumidifier boxes a few years ago when I lived in university accommodation. I noticed that my clothes were starting to smell a bit musty, so I put one in my clothes, and the problem went away in no time, while the box quickly filled with water.
Since then, I’ve used disposable dehumidifiers regularly in areas that could benefit. I have one off my kitchen window, one in my bedroom and hidden behind plant pots, sofas or bookshelves all over my house. I love how discreetly the dehumidifier fits into my space, doing its job without detracting from my decor or style.
Summer mold will naturally be more prevalent in more humid areas, so consider placing your boxes here. ‘Everyday activities such as cooking, showering and drying clothes all release water vapour, and during hot weather, the air holds more of that moisture,’ explains Emma.
(Image credit: Future plc / Maddy Balcombe)
‘The problem starts when the moist air has nowhere to go. If it comes into contact with a cold surface, for example when the temperature drops overnight, it can form condensation – this makes the surfaces wet enough for mold to grow,’ she adds.
And while these disposable dehumidifiers are a great starting point for reducing the risk of summer mold, they probably aren’t enough on their own to get rid of it completely. For example, sometimes larger rooms can benefit from a larger, electrical dehumidifier.
‘Having a dehumidifier is one of the best ways to prevent mold, especially in rooms that feel stuffy, in bathrooms without a good extractor. fansand rooms prone to condensation. But it’s important to note that, if you have a mold problem, a dehumidifier alone won’t fix the root cause of the mold,’ says Andy.
But, if you’re looking for preventative measures before temperatures rise too much, this disposable dehumidifier will do the job just fine.
Get rid of mold
If mold has already settled on your surface, try these products to remove it easily
Surprised
Specialist extra strength mold and mildew stain blaster spray
Spontex
Spontex specialist sponge cloth
Dryzone
Dryzone Mold Remover and Prevention Kit
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