Best Ways to Reduce Humidity in a Bathroom Without a Window or Fan
A clean , properly working exhaust fan is the best way to keep your bathroom dry and mold-free. Unfortunately, not all homes have this feature, and if you live in a rental apartment or renovating your bathroom to install an exhaust fan isn’t in your budget, you’ll have to find other ways to prevent your bathroom from constantly being damp and inviting mold.
Most tips on how to control humidity in a bathroom without an exhaust fan begin and end with instructions to open a window to let out the humid air. And while this may work for some, there are others who have bathrooms with no windows, windows that don’t open, or windows that open but don’t provide enough ventilation to make a difference.
Here are some of the most effective ways to reduce dampness in your bathroom without an exhaust fan or (helpful) windows.
How to reduce dampness in a bathroom without an exhaust fan
Mold and mildew grow in damp and damp areas, so your goal is to keep surfaces and air in your bathroom as dry as possible. Here’s how to do it without an exhaust fan or useful window:
Wipe (or wipe) the walls
If left alone after a shower or bath, the water droplets on the walls will evaporate and make the bathroom more humid. Instead, get into the habit of wiping down the shower/tub walls and the rest of the bathroom with a dry towel or better yet, a scrub brush to remove any moisture.
Start the dehumidifier
Buy a small dehumidifier for your bathroom and run it during and after baths and showers—or even more often if your bathroom is constantly damp or humid.
Clean up puddles
In addition to the walls, take the time to clean up any puddles on the floor, on the counter, or around the sink.
Bring a portable fan
Place a floor/floor fan or table fan in an area where it won’t get wet, and position it so it blows moist air out the bathroom door. Of course, this means you’ll have to leave the bathroom door at least ajar while you shower, but if possible, it can make a difference.