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CAMPING
Tips to Controlling Condensation
To avoid condensation problems, try to follow these tips to help alleviate excess mois-
ture.
1. Allow excess moisture to escape to the outside when bathing, washing dishes, hair
drying, and laundering.
2. Always use the vent hood when cooking.
3. Keep the bathroom door closed and the vent or window open when bathing and for
a period of time after you have finished.
4. Do not hang wet clothes in the motorhome to dry.
5. In hot weather, start the air conditioner early as it removes excess humidity from the
air while lowering the temperature.
6. Keep the temperature as reasonably cool during cold weather as possible. The
warmer the vehicle, the more cold exterior temperatures and warm interior
temperatures will collide on wall surfaces, thus creating condensation.
7. Use a fan to keep air circulating inside the vehicle so condensation and mildew cannot
form in dead air spaces. Allow air to circulate inside closets and cabinets (leave
doors partially open). Please keep in mind that a closed cabinet full of stored goods
prevents circulation and allows the exterior temperature to cause condensation.
8. The natural tendency would be to close the vehicle tightly during cold weather. This
will actually compound the problem. Simply put, you need to remove some of the
warm air, and allow some cool outside air to get inside the vehicle, so the furnace
will not recycle the humid interior air.
9. Use fluorescent ceiling lights and minimize prolonged use of incandescent
lights, which produce heat and contribute to condensation in the roof above the
ceiling lights.
ABOUT MOLDS
What are molds?
Molds are microscopic organisms that naturally occur in virtually every environment,
indoors and out. Outdoors, mold growth is important in the decomposition of plants.
Indoors, mold growth is unfavorable. Left unchecked, molds break down natural ma-
terials, such as wood products and fabrics. Knowing the potential risks is important
for any type of homeowner to protect their investment.
What factors contribute to mold growth?
For mold growth to occur, temperatures, indoor or outdoors, must be between 40
degrees and 100 degrees Fahrenheit and also have a source of moisture, such as
humidity, standing water, damp materials, etc. Indoors, the most rapid growth occurs
with warm and humid conditions.
How can mold growth be inhibited?
By controlling relative humidity, the growth of mold and mildew can be inhibited. In
warm climates, use of the air conditioner will reduce the relative humidity. Vents are
located in the bathing and cooking areas and constant use is advised during food
preparation and bathing, even during colder weather. Additionally, opening a window
during these activities will assist in ventilation. In extremely humid conditions, the use
of a dehumidifier can be helpful.*
Frequent use of your RV or cleaning regularly is an important preventive measure.