Woman reveals 'genius' hack to get rid of condensation using two household items
A social media user has taken to TikTok to share a 'genius' hack to get rid of condensation on windows using two household items - and it's said to be 'incredible'
In the chilly winter months, waking up to find condensation on your windows can be a real bother.
With temperatures plummeting, keeping moisture off the inside of your windows can be tricky, but there are affordable and effective ways to combat this common household annoyance.
Many people often scratch their heads over what causes condensation or how to banish it for good. Condensation springs up when warm air indoors meets a cold surface – a worrisome issue since if ignored, it can quickly escalate into mould, risking your health.
But fear not, as one TikTok user has come to the rescue with a hack to dry out those damp windowpanes using just a couple of everyday items. The user, @fenrahalesari, posted a video sharing a clever trick her mum passed down to absorb the dampness - with nothing more than some cooking salt and cat litter.
In her ingenious tip, Fenrah showcased how by simply filling a plastic container with cooking salt, you can soak up the excess moisture. In a similar vein, stuffing old socks or tights with cat litter and placing them around your abode can act as a makeshift dehumidifier.
Fenrah, who bagged the Miss Alternative Model of the Year title in 2021, didn't leave us hanging; she uploaded a follow-up clip showcasing the results. Revealing a container brimming with salt after a month or so, Fenrah says: "This is what the salt tends to look like. You can see there is some liquid there."
If the salt appears clumpy and feels wet, Fenrah advises that it's certainly time to consider changing it soon. She mentioned: "You can give the box a little shake to revive. I find that helps."
After about seven days, perform a "squish test" on the cat litter – if it's seriously clumped together with moisture, then it's ready for a replacement. Farah further suggested: "Just keep checking and you should be alright."
Excited by the social media user's tip, followers were quick to engage in the comments section. One enquired: "This is amazing! Do you change it every five weeks?" and Fenrah responded: "I would just keep an eye on it to be honest, depends on how damp the area is! Some places need changing more than others!" While another jokex saying: "Great idea but the tights to look like a clutch of ferrets."
Another follower testified: "Used that sock in my car. It works. I have done this for years in static caravans. The salt works really well."