Are your windows starting to look like abstract art during the frigid temperatures of winter?  Maybe it looks like someone sprayed them with water and forgot the squeegee.

What you are seeing is the result of condensation; when warm, humid air meets a cold object and freezes or forms water droplets on the surface.

You can stop or minimize condensation by monitoring the amount of water vapor in your home.

As the outdoor temperature drops, the amount of water or humidity in your indoor air needs to be lowered.  If you have a central humidifier and you see moisture  on the windows, chances are you need to manually adjust the setting.

You should also use exhaust fans in your kitchen and bathrooms.  Make sure they expel  air outdoors, not into an attic space. Continue reading →