IF the cold weather is leading to dampness and mould in your home, Lidl has just the thing.
Shoppers can now protect their space from mildew without breaking the budget.
Lidl shoppers can pick up a Russell Hobbs mini dehumidifier for just £29.99[/caption]
If cranking up the heating isn’t an option, you can try reducing the humidity levels in your home.
Experts recommend keeping humidity in your space between 30% and 50%.
Anything higher than this can cause dampness, which encourages mould growth.
To control this, homeowners can pick up a budget-friendly gadget from their local Lidl.
The Russell Hobbs Compact Dehumidifier is currently available for just £29.99.
According to manufacturers, the gadget is the “ideal tool for reducing humidity and minimising the physical signs of damp and condensation in your home office, utility room, or small living space.”
They described the dehumidifier as “key” to preventing moisture build-up in the winter months.
The light-weight item is designed to be easily moved from room to room.
It includes an “easy-to-empty” water tank, which can hold up to 600 militlitres of water.
The dehumidifier has a maximum extraction rate of 300 mililitres per day.
It has an auto shut-off function when the tank becomes full, meaning it can be safely operated without supervision.
The gadget is also equipped with a low noise motor to ensure minimal disturbance while in use.
And for particularly chilly winter nights, there’s a defrost option available.
When temperatures drop, a sensor inside the gadget will heat to prevent water from freezing to the elements.
And if that’s not reason enough to buy it, you’ll also be getting an impressive bargain.
More about condensation
By Helen Godsiff, brand manager at home improvement specialists Eurocell
Condensation is a constant problem in the UK, as our colder climate mixed with thermally efficient housing creates the ideal environment for condensation to form.
While it may appear as a harmless nuisance, condensation left unchecked can lead to more serious problems, such as damp and mould, which can come with major health implications.
While it may seem counterproductive to allow fresh air to flow into the home during colder months while we’re trying to keep warm with the heating on, opening them for just a few minutes will allow moist air in your home to be replaced with fresh air, preventing any possible buildup that could lead to condensation.
The exact same item will set you back £44.99 if purchased from Amazon.
And if you were to buy the same dehumidifier in-store or online from Dunelm, it would cost you £49.
Other ways of tackling dampness in the home include insulating your windows, which can be done for just £6 with an Amazon buy.
There are also a variety of DIY hacks available for reducing condensation in your home.
A five-minute step can also help protect your home from mould growth.
The gadget is currently being offered at a cheaper rate from Lidl than any other store (stock image)[/caption]
