Overview
- The Independent explains that droplets form when warm, moist indoor air meets cold glass, which can damage frames and encourage mould if persistent.
- Experts recommend short, regular ventilation, diligent use of extractor fans, steady temperatures, dehumidifiers, and avoiding indoor clothes‑drying without airflow.
- RAC advice highlights car-specific moisture sources and urges drivers to remove wet mats, clothes, shoes and umbrellas and to check for leaks that raise interior humidity.
- Misting between double‑glazed panes signals a failed sealed unit that cannot be repaired and requires replacement of the affected unit.
- Widely shared quick fixes include wiping windows with a tiny amount of washing‑up liquid or placing cat litter in socks to absorb moisture, and one specialist claims prompt wipe‑downs can remove up to 75% of moisture.