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Particular to bathroom and kitchens, before reaching 55% relative humidity preemptive measures should be considered. Keep in mind that hot showers, baths, clothing and bed accessories drying as well as boiling water generate massive amount of humid air that is very hard to counter. | Particular to bathroom and kitchens, before reaching 55% relative humidity preemptive measures should be considered. Keep in mind that hot showers, baths, clothing and bed accessories drying as well as boiling water generate massive amount of humid air that is very hard to counter. | ||
In this context, current relative humidity reading should be 2-3% higher every 1 or 2 minutes. In larger rooms, this process is slower than in smaller rooms. | |||
Natural ventilation by opening a window should be considered. During rain or humid times, as seen on local weather stations or on the internet, dehumidifiers or air conditioning devices should be started with a target of 40% humidity or ran continuously until reaching this value. | Natural ventilation by opening a window should be considered. During rain or humid times, as seen on local weather stations or on the internet, dehumidifiers or air conditioning devices should be started with a target of 40% humidity or ran continuously until reaching this value. | ||