The unusual tip will help you with the colder months
Experts are advising homeowners to place a bowl of salt on their window sills this winter. It may seem strange, but there’s a crucial reason why this common kitchen ingredient should be left out as the days become shorter and colder. One of the banes of autumn and winter is condensation, which if not addressed properly can lead to issues such as mould growth, potentially causing health problems.
Home and garden experts at Posh.co.uk have discovered that a bowl of salt can help reduce condensation. This in turn will make your home drier and decrease the likelihood of mould developing.
Condensation occurs when the indoor air is warmer than the outside air. When the warm indoor air comes into contact with the cold window surface, it can cause condensation to form on the glass.
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However, salt has the ability to absorb moisture from the air, reducing condensation and dampness. Less moisture in the air means less condensation should form when the indoor air comes into contact with the cold glass, reports the Mirror.
Andy Ellis, a home and garden expert at Posh.co.uk, said: “A constant build up of condensation in the home isn’t great and in some cases, it can cause mould growth which can be dangerous for your family.
“Salt has the ability to naturally absorb moisture from the air and essentially dries it out so that when it does come in contact with the glass, there are less droplets of condensation that will form.”
He added: “It’s a really easy trick that requires no effort at all. Simply fill a shallow bowl or a small jar with some salt – this can be table salt or rock salt.
“The amount you use will vary depending on the size of the window you’re placing it next to. Of course, generally speaking, the larger the window the more salt you’ll need, though usually one small bowl should be fine.
“The same bowl of salt should last you a couple of days. You’ll know when it’s time to replace it because the salt will appear damp and will begin to clump together.”
