With the autumn now fully underway and winter not far on the horizon, many of us will be faced with the problem of damp and condensation in our homes. Not only can condensation on the windows be annoying, but it also poses a health risk as it can lead to the build-up of mould.
But, according to cleaning fans on a Mrs Hinch Facebook group, there's one simple yet unusual solution that won't break the bank. The Express reports that one cleaning fan was seeking advice on social media about how to stop condensation from appearing on her windows.
Posting in a Facebook group, the woman, named Kymberly, explained that she was having an problem with condensation on all of the windows at the front of her home and described it as being 'quite bad'.
She wrote: "Window condensation... how do you all manage to wake up every morning without it? It’s on every window at the front of my house and it’s quite bad. Buying a dehumidifier for each room isn't an option either."
Thankfully for Kymberly, people were quick to suggest ways that they'd managed to get rid of the same problem in their homes. But one of the most affordable and interesting responses came from a woman named Hannah, who recommended tried out cat litter in a sock and placed it near the windows.
"I know this sounds crazy," she said. "But… pop cat litter into old socks and tie at the top, it’s cheap and lasts for ages. We use this in our old campervan too, works a treat."
She wasn't the only one to suggest this rather unusual hack for keeping windows clear of condensation.
The idea was echoed by Linda, who agreed: "Buy a bag of cat litter, fill socks with it and place it on each window sill. It will draw in the moisture." She added that you should replace the cat litter every month to ensure it's always fresh and keeps working.
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