Condensation and mould in UK winter homes
When it is too dry in the air at home, it makes skin and eyes dry itching and worsens respiratory problems, which happens in other European countries.
But in UK winter homes, It’s very common to see condensation and mould in British homes in winter. There there are a few varieties of houseplants that can combat this problem without swiping windows every morning or without a dehumidifier.
Experts say that plants are great for dealing with high humidity problems in a room. In basic terms, condensation is created when hot, moist air hits a cold surface and forms water beads upon the surface.
It’s very common to see it on windows on the inside due to warm air hitting the cold glass window pane. This problems in itself is fairly easy to manage but it’s not, it can manifest into a bigger issue of mould on windows, ceilings and walls.
This hazardous mould can cause a wide range of health issues, such as bronchitis, eczema and asthma. Experts recommend houseplants to combat room humidity, and decrease the chance of mould buildup.
Houseplants as dehumidifier and air purifier
The secret is to pick certain types of plants that are low maintenance, and are suitable to the environment in which they are placed. If a plant is good at absorbing moisture through tis leaves, then it will be just as good at reducing room humidity.
As it absorbs this moisture, it moves downwards to the base of its roots. Julie Decosta, who is a plant expert at BackyardBoss, has suggested 6 different varieties of plants that can stop domestic mould problems.
https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/garden/1715457/how-to-remove-mould-condensation-houseplants
Choose from one of the wonderful plants to purify air and get rid of mould and other toxins. Growing more than one and group plants together is better for a mould free home.
English Ivy, Peace Lily and Areca Palm
Creeping and invasive English Ivy is apparently one of the top contenders when it comes to dealing with humidity and mouldy conditions. It filters of air toxins and gets rid of 78% of airborne mould in twelve hours working especially on green and black spots found in moist corners of homes.
Peace Lily loves humidity and can easily absorb mould spores by using them at the root level as a food source. It also improves air quality by 60% and it is exceptional at deteriorating and neutralising toxins like carbon monoxide and formaldehyde.
Areca Palm will brighten up a room, while doing an awesome job of controlling the humidity. It absorbs and releases moisture into the air, so it can help if you live in a dry place with little humidity.
Besides Areca Palm rids air of benzene and turns carbon dioxide into oxygen.
Boston Fern, Spider Plant and Snake Plant
Boston Fern thrives in moist environments, absorbs air moisture and balancing humidity levels in home. This plant really does the trick on purifying air by getting rid of formaldehyde, emitted from paper products and carpets.
Because this type of fern does well in moist climates, it will naturally absorb some moisture through its leaves and balance out the humidity levels in home.
Spider Plant is easy to grow. It doesn’t require a lot of care and attention to thrive, and apparently can remove up to 90% of toxins from the surrounding air in only a few days. It’s capable of absorbing mould into leaves and purifying air by getting rid of carbon monoxide.
Snake Plant is also easy to look after for beginner botanists, as it needs to be watered once every two weeks, and possibly longer if the soil remains moist in wetter environments.
It produces fresh oxygen and absorb airborne mould by retaining moisture and humidity which keeps the dampens away.
Source: Daily Express
