‘Crazy’ hack gets rid of condensation – it’s cheap, lasts for ages and is better than using a dehumidifier | The Sun

ARE you struggling with condensation? According to cleaning fans, there's a 'crazy' hack that works like a charm – and the results last a long time too.

The arrival of winter comes with festivities, Christmas, as well as condensation – which can lead to the growth of black mould.

According to research by Homebrite, the problem is huge – a staggering 58 per cent of privately rented households in England are dealing with damp, mould and/or excessive cold.

This is approximately 2.7 million households, the experts added.

But not only can mould make for an unsightly mess – and reduce the value of your property – the common fungi, as well as dampness, can affect also your health.

The NHS warned that those particularly vulnerable are people with respiratory problems, respiratory infections, allergies or asthma, as well as babies and the elderly.

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Being exposed to and inhaling the mould spores can cause a range of issues, such as sneezing, a runny nose, red eyes and skin rash.

In some cases moulds can also cause asthma attacks, the health gurussaid.

But whilst there are numerous ways to tackle this, including switching the heating on or running a dehumidifier all day long, many cash-strapped families are not able to afford the easy methods.

Luckily, one savvy fan of Mrs Hinch has come to rescue with a more affordable trick – and although it may sound totally bonkers, the ''crazy'' hack is said to be highly effective.

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This happened after one woman, named Kymberly, took to Facebook to seek help, explaining she was having an issue with condensation and described it as being "quite bad''.

She wrote: "Window condensation… how do you all manage to wake up every morning without it.

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"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."

But although the post was soon inundated with responses, the most cost-effective and unusual trick came from a woman named Hannah – she advised trying a cat litter hack with a sock.

Replying to Kymberly, she said: "I know this sounds crazy.

"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."

A fellow cleaning fanatic also urged Kymberly to give the trick a go, instructing: "Buy a bag of cat litter, fill socks with it and place it on each window sill.

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"It will draw in the moisture."

According to her, you should change the cat litter once a month to keep it working and fresh.

Cleaning hacks and tips

Here are some tips to help you clean your home like a pro:

• How to clean your washing machine in a few easy steps
• Keep on top of cleaning your oven regularly
•  Clean your shower to ensure it's always sparkling
• How to clean your microwave using cheap household items
• Here's how to get rid of that nasty limescale in your kettle
• You're cleaning your carpet all wrong – here's how to get it spotless again in no time
• Unblock a toilet without a plunger
• Clean your fabric or leather sofa in a few easy steps
• If you haven't cleaned your mattress in ages, here's how
• Steps to cleaning your dishwasher to leave it looking brand new
• This is how to clean mirrors and windows without streaking
• Keep your toilet clean in four easy steps
• Give your TV screen a once-over
• Did you know your Venetian, Roman, vertical, or roller blinds also need cleaning?
• Deep-clean your fridge in five simple steps

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