Get rid of condensation on pipes once and for all

Many people face the problem of condensation on pipes, including me. Most people simply do not attach any importance to this, believing that with pipes #water will not do anything - that's why they are pipes to conduct water. And yes, this is partly true. But do not forget that a humid warm environment is the most favorable conditions for the cultivation of fungi and the appearance of mold. Over time, the pipe will begin to cover with a black coating. And you will inhale spores of black mold fungi every day, risking your health.

To solve a problem, you need to know why it has arisen.

Why do pipes sweat?

• Large temperature difference between pipe and air,
• High humidity in the room.

In the apartments built during the Soviet era, they did not think about condensation. Very often you can find pipes with water in the bathrooms, located almost close to the ventilation holes. Because of this, condensation appears on the pipes, and they gradually become covered with mold and rust.

Modern owners of such apartments are trying to replace metal pipes with polypropylene ones. But of course this only solves the problem with rust, while it will not save from the appearance of condensation and the consequences in the form of a fungus. What to do?

4 ways to deal with condensation on pipes

1. Thermal insulation. In order to reduce the coefficient of temperature difference, pipes must be insulated with special materials. The most popular and economical option is polyethylene foam. It is great for all types of pipes, be it metal, plastic, or even silver.

Foamed polyethylene is also used now. Necessarily with foil - to the pipe.

2. Forced ventilation. Install an electric fan at the outlet of the ventilation hole, thanks to which the humidity in the bathroom will return to normal faster.

3. Thermal insulation of pipes using special liquid chemical compounds. When applying thermal insulation, you need to stir well so that it fits better. When solidified, this solution will create a heat barrier. It will be a durable elastic layer with an anti-corrosion effect. Such #treatment will act like penofol and will get rid of the appearance #condensate.

4. Air Dryer.It works on the principle of cooling a radiator, that is, a refrigerator. They often began to be installed in bathrooms. There is a minus - it is not cheap, and you will have to pay more for electricity.