If you have an old conservatory that you’re not using because of internal condensation, then read on.
When the air outside is cold and the heating is on inside, homeowners notice condensation in their conservatories and on windows. While external condensation isn’t a problem – and actually indicates that your windows are performing as well as they should be – internal condensation is the result of cold spots, poor ventilation and inefficient heating.
However, your conservatory isn’t necessarily causing condensation – it’s just the result of every day life.
What causes condensation?
If you’re wondering how to deal with condensation, let the Falcon team explain why it happens.
The point where the cold and warm air meets and condenses is called the dew point. The warm air is more buoyant than cold air, so it carries more water vapour. So, if the air’s capacity to hold the water is getting high and the warm air hits a cold surface, like your conservatory window, the vapour turns to a water droplet and causes condensation.
Did you know that your day to day activities, like cooking, drying clothes and showering, adds to the water vapour in the air?
The water we’re producing saturates the air until it reaches a dew point and that’s when it turns back into moisture on the coolest surfaces, like your conservatory windows.
Condensation can create mould and damp and this is damaging to your home and your health.
In older properties and conservatories, there can be a reduction in natural ventilation and this can trap moisture in a room. Overnight, when the room or conservatory cools down, the moist air condensates and mists up the glass.
What can you do to stop condensation?
There’s one thing you can do to help ease condensation in your conservatory – open a window.
The ventilation will allow fresh air in and that will help to reduce the moisture level.
If the condensation is really bad, it could be time to talk to the team at Falcon about updating your conservatory.
Glass, frame and roof technology have changed massively in the last few years, and here are some tip tips if your conservatory is suffering from condensation.
Update your conservatory to reduce the likelihood of condensation
Your home improvement is in safe hands at Falcon. Whatever style, colour or shape of conservatory you want, we can advise you on the best options.
If you’re thinking of reviving your conservatory with a solid roof, we can do that too. Doing this will give you a room you can use 365 days of the year.
High performance solid roofs from Warmer Roof
Homeowners in South Wales can benefit from one of the highest quality solid roofs on the market – thanks to Warmer Roof.
Thanks to insulation roof panels, our solid roofs aren’t just durable, they offer thermal benefits too.
If you want to say cheerio to condensation and create a comfortable living space for you and your family, talk to the team at Falcon.
Why am I getting condensation on the outside of my conservatory?
Your windows are performing well if you’re getting condensation on the outside of your conservatory – so don’t panic.
With modern, highly insulated windows, it is possible to see condensation on the outside.
It could well be obscuring your view, but there’s nothing to worry about. It’s actually a great indication that your windows are working as they should.
Get in touch with the Falcon team
If you’d like to find out more about our conservatories, or solid roof options, get in touch.
You can call us on 01656 646047, or fill in a contact form here and don’t forget to like our Facebook page and follow us on Instagram.
