Damp and mould
Damp and mould growth are caused by excess moisture, which can be worse in cold weather due to a lack of heating and ventilation. To reduce damp and mould growth in your home, you can:
- maintain low level background heating and avoid heating just one room
- always ensure that fitted extractor fans are in use and windows are open when bathing/showering and cooking.
- improve ventilation by opening windows for a short period every morning to let out the moisture which has built up overnight
- remove condensation and moisture from windows and surfaces as soon as it appears
- try to avoid drying clothes on radiators or heaters
- keep a small gap between large pieces of furniture and the walls to allow air to circulate
Get more information about damp and mould from the Rent Smart Wales resource library (external website)