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YOUR NEW REPLACEMENT DOUBLE GLAZED WINDOWS HAVE CONDENSATION ON THE OUTSIDE

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Condensation on the outside of your new windows occurs when the air outside is warmer than the temperature of your double glazing. Outside condensation means your windows are not allowing any heat transfer, so, if you have some condensation on the outside of your windows – relax! It just means your double glazing is doing a great job of insulating your home.

If you are bothered by how condensation looks on the outside of your double glazing, you could simply wipe it away if your windows are within reach. However, the best option is to simply wait, as the condensation will usually disappear when the sun shines directly on your windows.

 

 

YOUR NEW DOUBLE GLAZED WINDOWS HAVE CONDENSATION ON THE INSIDE

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If condensation forms on the inside of your double glazing, it is usually the result of steam from your shower, kettle, or hot pots and pans used whilst cooking. This is a natural phenomenon where water vapor turns back into liquid when it meets something cooler in temperature, like your double glazing.

However, condensation on the inside of your double glazing can sometimes indicate above-average humidity levels in your home and you may have a ventilation problem. If water vapour has nowhere to go, it will condense your windows, as well as your furniture, in carpets, and on walls. Excess moisture around the house can be very damaging to your home and to your family’s health. Encouraging air flow and letting fresh air in will naturally improve ventilation and lessen the chance of condensation on the inside of your windows.