Bathrooms naturally accommodate steam and water vapor, especially if the bathroom gets used to having hot water baths and showers often. The utility bidder recommends a bathroom layout with at least one window and it’s only natural to think that a bathroom should have at least one window. Some smaller semi-detached homes and apartments don’t have a single window. It can be a tad difficult to keep a bathroom dry without a window, especially if you don’t have any bathroom remodeling plans on the horizon.
Let’s look at some ways you can keep your bathroom dry without a window.
Extractor Fan In The Bathroom
Installing an extractor fan should be your priority if you don’t already have one installed in a bathroom without a window. With the help of an extractor fan, you can get rid of moisture-laden air from the bathroom before it condenses back into a liquid form. Extractor fans work by vacuuming out the damp and misty air with the help of ducts or vents in your bathroom. The bathroom can be naturally ventilated once the moist air has been removed by the extractor fan.
Another advantage of installing an extractor fan in a bathroom without a window is that it also removes bad smells from the bathroom. According to experts, it is recommended to hire a professional to install the best extractor fan based on your requirements. Inexpensive extractor fans are often peddled to homeowners but they rarely live up to their promises. Incorrectly installing inexpensive extractor fans will become a headache for the homeowner because they will break down in the long run.
Extractor fans are categorized as a big-ticket item and this is why it is recommended to hire a professional to install the extractor fan. A professional installation of the extractor fan will also prevent mould and mildew in the bathroom without a window.
Installing A Dehumidifier To Prevent Excess Humidity
Without a window, a bathroom can get quite damp and humid. “Humidity” is the level of water vapour in the air. High levels of humidity can attract pollen, animal dander, dust mites, and mould. Unnecessarily high humidity in the bathroom can become the cause of environmental allergies which cause:
Chest Pain
Eye Irritation
Itching
Sneezing
Wheezing
Children constantly exposed to high levels of humidity indoors can develop asthma. Installing a dehumidifier in a bathroom without a window is an inexpensive way to extract humidity and moisture. It is recommended to turn on the dehumidifier before you get into the shower and leave it on for at least 15 minutes in the empty bathroom after you finish bathing. This will help keep your bathroom relatively dry most of the time.
The only disadvantage of installing a dehumidifier is that you will have to empty it regularly. Another thing to keep in mind when getting a dehumidifier is that a larger bathroom will require a bigger dehumidifier. Installing an inadequately sized dehumidifier in a large bathroom without a window will not help prevent moisture or humidity.
Surface Protection In The Bathroom
Surface protection is extremely essential in a bathroom without a window even if an extractor fan or dehumidifier is already installed. Mould can cause serious health concerns for the residents. Mould is also an unhygienic and unpleasant sight in any bathroom. It is recommended to regularly use a shower squeegee to wipe away the moisture from the counters, mirrors, and bathroom furniture and wipe away the excess water with a damp cloth.
A natural way to prevent moisture from occurring in the bathroom in the first place is to take a cold shower. One of the benefits will be a lower heating bill. Another advantage is that it will also prevent steam and condensation from occurring in your bathroom.
