Prevent window condensation with five simple hacks - including 60p household staple

is likely to occur in the months when the temperature inside your home is warmer than outside.

Factors that contribute to condensation on windows include the humidity level inside your home, air circulation, window quality as well as and pets.

Condensation can lead to growth which is dangerous to health so it's important to identify where it's occurring and take steps to reduce it.

John Cutts, glass expert at MeandMyGlass.co.uk said: "We recommend taking time in the morning to wipe condensation off windows, opening them up to allow for more ventilation and sealing any window cracks which could be making the issue worse."

It's always better to prevent the issue than to deal with it, so here are some ways to prevent water from building up on your windows.

Rock salt

Rock salt has absorbent properties and will draw dampness to it so placing some in a bowl by the window can prevent condensation as well as mould.

Baking soda

works in a similar way to rock salt and will gradually become harder as it absorbs the condensation.

Households using this 60p hack will need to empty the bowl regularly and add some fresh baking soda.

Dehumidifier

A dehumidifier is a fast and effective way to cute condensation. Opening windows may seem to be the easy option, but this can be chilly in the winter months.

Dehumidifiers vary in price but they generally all work the same, to soak up excess moisture in the air.

At night when you are breathing and the windows are closed, there is excess moisture with nowhere to go, landing on windows when it comes into contact with the cold outside air.

Having a dehumidifier in night mode can help to combat this issue as well as help to dry clothing in the winter.

Houseplants

Houseplants including spider plants and orchids are known to help reduce moisture in the air, preventing condensation.

For best results, John recommended placing them on windowsills, close to windows which get condensation.

Turn heating on

Turning the heating on for around 20 minutes in the morning can help to control the humidity in the room, according to the glass expert.

John said: "Open the windows first to get a healthy airflow going, then put the heating on to stop the windows from steaming up.

"If the condensation has resulted in serious mould growth on walls and ceilings, you may need to call in professionals as it could be due to external issues in the building making it worse."