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Many households will experience dampness later in the year, but it doesn’t have to cost a fortune to tackle it.

The Absodry Mini Moisture Absorber is one solution shoppers are trying, and it only costs £17.99 from Lakeland.

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Absodry Mini Moisture
Absorber, £17.99

Condensation on windows is commonly caused by warm air hitting a cold surface, which means it increases when outside temperatures drop.

Autumnal weather is here, and leaving condensation to build up can lead to longer-term problems, like damp.

The Lakeland Absodry Mini Moisture Absorber is a new solution, launched just in time for the latter part of the year.

Unlike large dehumidifiers that are expensive and can take up lots of space, a moisture absorber could do the trick for targeting specific areas.

Due to its small size, it can be placed on windowsills or in tight corners, plus you can move it around to tackle different rooms.

It contains absorbent crystals, which soak up excess moisture from the air and collect it as water which can then be emptied.

Unlike the bead-filled bags you can buy, these are neatly tucked away within the minimal outer shell, which comes in five colours.

The bags last up to 90 days, and you can buy inexpensive refills on Lakeland’s website when you need a replacement. 

One handy thing is that because the dehumidifier alternative requires no power, it won’t run up your electricity bill like a large gadget could.

Although it’s very newly launched, shoppers have started leaving their feedback on the Absodry Mini Moisture Absorber, praising how effective it is.

One shopper said: ‘’Great little unit, takes moisture out of my room, wake up in morning and doesn’t feel damp – great product.’’

Another shopper commented: ‘’I like the look of this item and have two.

‘’I have placed them in my bedrooms on the window sill.

‘’They are collecting moisture well, but on the colder nights there is still a little on the windows.’’

A third shopper added: ‘’I was given an Absodry Mini by someone who purchased it from Lakeland, its collected so much moisture from the air which is in my Bedroom.

‘’I’ve seen it reduce the condensation I get on my windows in the morning, I recommend getting one, I’m going to purchase the larger Absodry for my bathroom next as its always an issue when I shower.’’

Absodry Mini Moisture
Absorber, £17.99

If you’ve got larger rooms and are looking for a more drastic fix, our round-up of the best dehumidifiers is worth taking a look at.

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If you live in a house that’s prone to damp, the problem can get worse over the colder months, especially if it’s not tackled. 

A dehumidifier can help, but you don’t have to splurge to buy one – Amazon has slashed the set of 12 Nyxi dehumidifiers from £13.49 to £11.46, working out at 89p each.

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Nyxi Dehumidifier Set of 12,
£11.46 (was £13.49)

Condensation on windows might be a common occurrence in the autumn and winter, but it can lead to problems.

Dehumidifiers are a solution that many households turn to for the latter part of the year.

They work by taking moisture from the air, which soaks into the beads and collects as water at the bottom.

Each one can hold up to 500ml, lasting 3-5 weeks depending how much moisture there is, but with 12 replacements, it could end up as an entire year’s supply.

Thanks to the small size, each one can fit in any area, which can prove difficult with a large dehumidifier.

This means you could place them on windowsills to collect condensation, or in wardrobes to ensure clothes don’t get damp or mouldy.

Utility rooms and bathrooms naturally get super damp, so these are also good places to use the dehumidifiers to reduce humidity.

If left alone, damp can progress and cause damage to walls and also lead to mould, which creates an unhealthy living environment.

The affordable Amazon buy has gained thousands of reviews, with shoppers praising how affordable and effective the dehumidifiers are.

One shopper said: ‘’I bought these dehumidifiers as I live in a ground-floor flat, and during the wet weather I cannot hang out my laundry, so I have to hand it on a clothes horse next to the radiators.

‘’As we all know this will cause dampness, so these dehumidifiers are ideal – they suck up all the moisture in the air and store it in the lower section.

‘’After about 3 months I can throw them away, and replace them with new ones, helping me keep my flat free from mould and dampness.’’

Another shopper commented: ‘’I find these to be quite useful for small rooms.

‘’I live in Devon and near the sea which means I have double the amount of humidity than other places.

‘’High electric bill prevented me from using a dehumidifier so this is the next best thing.

‘’They usually last about 6-8 weeks in my house.’’

A third shopper added: ”This product is brilliant for keeping condensation away from windows in the cold months.”

Nyxi Dehumidifier Set of 12,
£11.46 (was £13.49)

If you’re still making up your mind on which dehumidifier to buy – check out our list of the best dehumidifiers to see what we thought of some of the top brands.

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THERE is a way you can possibly prevent mould & condensation this autumn.

Lidl has released a gadget for under £5 which is absolutely essential when when drying your wet clothes indoors.

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Costing just £4.99, the budget supermarket has released a pack of thermometers and hygrometers.

The set of three items is meant to be used to monitor indoor climate so you can prevent mould taking hold.

The hygrometer takes a measurement of the indoor humidity and it also comes with a display for comfort level.

Three steps are shown on the screen indicated by a smiley face, which are dry, comfortable and high humidity.

This is measured in percentages from 10% all the way to 99% with a temperature range of -10°C to 50°C.

How easy is it to use?

Lidl has advertised the product as being very easy and convenient to use, perfect for your wet washing.

The gadget can be mounted on a wall or it can be freestanding in any utility room.

There is also a magnetic attachment and a foldable stand for extra benefit and ease.

Batteries and instructions are included with the product which also has a three-year warranty period.

Cheaper than Screwfix

In comparison, Screwfix has released its own version at a much higher price point.

At a price of £16.99, a gadget from brand Forge Steel measures temperatures in both Celsius and Fahrenheit.

It is advertised as providing an accurate and rapid response and is pocket sized.

The easy-to-read digital display screen will display the temperature and humidity levels.

It does have the same temperature range of -10 to 50°C but it has a smaller humidity range of 20-99%

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