How to remove moisture from your car

Winter and rainy weather are usually synonymous with something more humidity in the car. In addition to being uncomfortable, the humidity inside the car It can cause bad odors, deteriorate the interior of the vehicle and give rise to mold (dangerous for your health!). Not to mention the fogged windows which can compromise the driver’s good visibility while driving.

It is therefore essential to implement some measures to minimize humidity inside the vehicle during the cold seasons.

If they are, more moisture can build up in the car.

Dirt causes the creation of a thin film on the glass which tends to absorb water drops. Therefore, clean and grease-free windows mean less humidity in the car.

Read all: “How to prevent windows from fogging in winter”

Even if it’s cold, make an effort to open the windows for a while to air out the interior of the vehicle. Do this especially during the sunniest hours of the day.

Air conditioning is a great ally in the fight humidity inside the car. Always ensure that the air conditioning system is in good condition (regularly replace the filters and clean the air ducts thoroughly) and turn it on occasionally during the most humid winter days.

Read all: “Car air conditioning maintenance: everything you want to know”

You should also make sure that the rubber seals on the doors and windows are in good condition. If they are already worn, replace them immediately so that no unnecessary moisture enters the interior of the vehicle.

If you got into the car with wet boots or an umbrella still dripping, don’t forget to dry the inside of the car (as much as possible). Remove carpets if they are wet and do not leave damp objects inside (umbrellas or raincoats that are still wet, for example).

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If you have a covered garage, make sure you park your car there overnight. During the day, give preference to parking in the sun (weather permitting).

There are several portable car dehumidifiers available in the market that you can purchase at a reasonable price. Many of them are even reusable! Alternatively, if you have a covered garage (box) at home, park the car there with all the doors open and leave an electric dehumidifier on overnight. It will be foolproof!

Often, no matter how careful a driver is, the humidity in the car expires and gives rise to the formation of mould. If this happens to you, you need to be especially careful. Exposure to mold can affect more sensitive people and cause, for example, nasal congestion, skin and eye irritation or intense itching. In some cases, the symptoms can be even more serious!

Therefore, if you find mold inside your car, pay special attention and take the following measures:

Since mold can be dangerous to your health, don’t forget to wear a protective mask and gloves. If you are more sensitive to mold, it is best to ask someone to take care of this task for you and stay away!

There are specific products on the market to remove mold from vehicle interiors. Pay attention when choosing the product because it must be suitable for the upholstery, the dashboard, the gear lever, the carpet, the trunk and the soft top cover (where applicable).

If the above solution doesn’t completely solve your mold problem, the best thing you can do is invest in a professional cleaning. Choose a reference company for this task and also ask them to clean the air conditioning filters, so as to prevent the development of mites and fungi.

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To avoid reaching an extreme situation of mold formation, it is best to take preventive measures to reduce it humidity in the car. Check the weather for the next few days and, if the rain doesn’t stop, pay particular attention to your car.

And we know, a visit to Oficinas Caetano Retail is always a good solution!