Unibond Aero 360 Pure Moisture Absorber Review

[@ngovietduy]

*We liked it **Fastly.Cool** so much in the basement, we bought a second one for the main level. The amount of moisture it pulls out of the air is astonishing.*

[@CharlieDIYte]

Check out this video Thomas for a more comprehensive discussion of the issues with condensation kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8

[@Callusny]

In in the instructions it says to place it at least 10cm away from walls

[@tomgreen876]

I took mine and moved it from the windowsill to ontop of my cupboard, its no where near a wall and has airflow on both sides small room and still same issue with the windows....after 2 weeks of leaving it in the new place. These work ok. But they are not great but for £10 you get what you paid for. Id say these are fantastic for bathrooms which dont have a window and only an extractor fan. Which is where i plan to use this but id suggest an electric based product for clearing windows and not this.

[@davidpearce1934]

Had similar problem and until I bought a proper electric dehumidifier which I leave during the winter plugged in on my landing. It’s gobsmacking how much water it removes from the air. Condensation and therefore mould problems resolved. Worth the £200 in my view.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Yes David. I think that's got to be my next purchase. Out of interest, does it have an appreciable effect on the condensation in the rooms even though it's only in the corridor - as that's where I'd have to put mine as well?

[@jamieedwards7773]

I totally agree with you. I have had mine for a few years now for my patio doors which are just doors that open up into the back garden. It fills up with liquid but the condensation is always there and the water gathers along the metal strip along the threshold, sometimes in puddles!

[@Daie58_dy]

Warm room with high humidity against a cold window will create condensation. “Single glaze windows”

[@bmbpdk]

In Denmark, all newer houses have vaporbarrier, on the warm side of the insulation. That in it self is ok and prevent moisture getting into the insulation and walls, but... The problem with vaporbarriers and airtight houses, yes the new houses in Denmark are pressuretested, even the electrical outlets are airtights, is that even the slightest moisture condensates on cold surfaces, to come around that, something that circulates the air and dehumidifies it is a must, in Denmark a system called Genvex is very popular. But when people set up vapor barriers without a proper circulation system, airway illness appears, heavier condensation etc. I live in a 118 year old house, it have no vaporbarriers at all and theres a slight draft on the addict, and thats only a good thing, because after 118 years the wood is as healthy as day 1. Another problem with airtight houses is that you cant start your extractor hood without opening a window due to the vacuum or you cant open your windows after you started your extractor hood or you cant get a stove to fire properly. because theres to little oxygen.

[@craigpeel5995]

I have to say that I use one in a built in wardrobe which is against an outside wall and it keeps my clothes dry and no mildew on the walls. I don't think it's meant to act like a dehumidifier

[@th638]

Trying to hold back condensation on a property with single glazing is like trying to hold back the tide using a shovel. You need to be running dehumidifiers 24/7. I watched this review prior to purchasing 5 of the Unibond 360s myself. In my experience, they are excellent. For the past few years I've been running two small (1.5ltr capacity) thermo-electric Peltier technology "dehumidifiers" per large window in the lounge and also in the main bedroom of my bungalow, and a smaller one (1ltr capacity) on a tiny window. Brilliant technology, but with the cost of electricity these days ... I decided to seek out alternative ideas.The Unibonds will see me through until we eventually get the promised ultra cheap energy from renewables.Any. Day. Now.🤣

[@RPKGameVids]

The back of the one in your kids room was too close to the wooden beam, there needs to be a decent amount of space all around a dehumidifier so the airflow doesn't get impeded.

[@johnmasi6929]

I concur with your findings. I had a very similar experience with these units. The reference you make to reviews is important. High ratings are relevant in decision-making but from my experience it pays to actually READ as many of them as possible for you may find that many 4 and 5 star ratings are purely given on the "great packaging" or the "solid feel" of the product. I have lost count of the number of times I have seen "I haven't got round to actually using this yet" and yet 5 stars are awarded.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks John.. Have a look at this one if you have a moment kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8 👍

[@wild4fp]

@@CharlieDIYte I have a similar one called BLYSS from BQ. A cheaper version. It collected moisture quite well. But window same.

[@keystarG60]

The makers don’t claim that this product will eliminate condensation. If you have a persistent humidity problem the most effective way to tackle it is to use a powered dehumidifier that has a water extraction rate in keeping with the size of your home. The Unibond Aero 360 should only be considered as a secondary measure in your case.

[@davfree9732]

The windows are the dehumidifiers. All that moisture is hitting the cold window and turning to water. The windows surface area are bigger than the dehumidifier. So it’s not surprising it’s not stopping condensation on the windows. Especially in Winter. I say this as I had the exact same experience with my 360. That said, the car cabin flooded last year and I popped the 360 in and it helped dry out the interior. If a passive dehumidifier is what you want then it’s design it pretty good.

[@CharlieDIYte]

I think they're useful in very limited applications as you say. Cupboards more than cabins. Here's my update video kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNE

[@GregPretlove]

I live in an old cottage in the UK with condensation issues. I tried these a number of years ago and had the exact same result. I ended up buying dehumidifiers. These are capable of removing tens of litres per day. We can get a litre or more each day in each dehumidifier. The down side is the initial outlay and then the cost of electricity, but it makes a huge difference and even makes your home feel warmer. Thanks for the great videos.

[@goldmikanik8274]

Hi a comment after 3 years 😁 Can you please send us a link to a good dehumidifier product? thank you.

[@zoedodge4137]

hi Greg, I'm in a similar situation. Can you kindly recommend a product?

[@gavingoldthorp4093]

@@goldmikanik8274 look for Ebac ones if you're in the UK. They might look pricey but will work for a whole house

[@jackmitchell1019]

@@zoedodge4137 Ebac 2650, brilliant, auto shutoff when level of humidity achieved. Economy mode, high & low fan speed, large tank. Reliable, works at low temperature (a lot don't!)

[@Pleasekin64]

@@goldmikanik8274 not sure if you’re still after one but I just purchased one from Screwfix. The brand is Blyss

[@rattylol]

Works for me. (I use the similar B&Q version) I put in on the floor in my bedroom bay window. I use one in a built-in cupboard under my eaves as well and it collects a bucket of water in there, stops mould on the walls. You do have to do all the other remedies such as opening windows after a shower, no washing on radiators etc, you can't just expect that little thing to handle it all by itself. I crack the window about two mm also, it doesn't make it any colder. Were too spoilt these days, when I was young it wasn't condensation inside on the windows it was inch thick ice.

[@jorose2460]

I remember thick ice on my brothers bedroom window in the 60s. I was lucky because the chimney from the coal fire went through my room right next to my bed.

[@gingergingerginger1]

To be fair, it does say to keep the unit at least 10cm away from the wall, so that might be restricting air flow somewhat.

[@kimberleyhockaday7193]

Where do you suggest placing it then? In the centre of the room? 🤔

[@gingergingerginger1]

@@kimberleyhockaday7193 Perhaps 10cm away from the wall/window. The centre of the room seems a bit excessive.

[@faithpearlgenied-a5517]

​@@kimberleyhockaday7193How do you get from 10cms away from a wall to the extreme of right in the middle of the room? How small are your rooms? 10cms from the wall should still be out of the way at the side of the room.

[@smiffy008b]

I use plain table salt in little bowls , over winter in my caravan , does extract quite a bit of water and costs virtually nothing . For a house a PIV unit is possibly the best solution.

[@sophiepyne9237]

i don't think i'm your target audience, but as a young female who has recently moved house and enjoys furniture restoration and diy, i really appreciate your channel!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Nicky you ARE my target audience! The channel is aimed at anyone who wants to learn DIY. It's that simple. However if it's condensation etc you're researching, please check out this video as it's much more comprehensive kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8 I can't thank you enough for showing interest in my videos. I'm so chuffed you're finding them useful and massive thanks for taking the time to comment. 🙂

[@gulfstream7235]

@@CharlieDIYte Her name is Sophie Charlie..Do keep up dear.

[@nickdawes6600]

I agree. They didn't come anywhere close to getting rid of window condensation in our house.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Nick Dawes Thanks for the comment, Nick - good to hear I'm not the only one!

[@HitchHikersBlues]

So they are rubbish basically. I need something to stop condensation on my windows in winter time.. black mold 😒. The advertisement shows them removing condensation from windows. But i believe half of what i see on tv.

[@uzoo8002]

Hello, I am skeptical about the product as well ,so which dehumidifier worked for you , please any recommendations ? We also have a strict policy about leaving the bathroom window open during shower time.

[@davidpriest5253]

Thanks for the video Charlie. We used to use the old fashioned tray and silica gel type crystal sets for our house, which worked well, but always looked manky as they filled up. In the end, we opted for an E-Bac dehumidifier which has performed really well for over five years now. We have a small conservatory which we use to dry our washing when the weather is bad outside. With the E-Bac running in the room, we get no further moisture build up, and the washing dries really well. Sometimes, you just cant beat opening a window or two to quickly get rid of moisture build up (in bathrooms and when doing a lot of cooking).

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks David. Funnily enough I'm trialling an Ebac at the moment - is removing 2.5 litres a day and had solved my condensation problems. Video to follow reasonably soon.

[@stephentaylor1568]

They are great for smaller spaces, we have two in our static caravan over winter and I would rather the water collected in this unit than was absorbed into the van furniture.

[@detoxhealth]

Solution: Have wall vents installed in each of the spare rooms. It's a one-time cost and will ensure that the moisture is able to escape continually to the outside.

[@pamhenry7498]

I've just moved. I put one in the bathroom where the window is very small and no extractor fan. Getting an extractor fan put in next month. Looks like thats what's needed here.

[@metaltone603]

I seen the good reviews on Amazon, but thought I would check this product vs silicone as silicone is cheaper and came across your video. Thanks for saving me some money :)

[@KateMondor]

I had an electric dehumidifier that I inherited, it used to pull about a litre a day out of the air. That’s a lot compared to what collects in one of these. I’d get another if they weren’t so expensive.

[@adrianmillington9203]

I've got air bricks in most of my rooms, never get any condensation. I'd recommend putting them in. If not I've used electric humidifiers in previous houses which do work but obviously require a power source.

[@CharlieDIYte]

It's a good idea Adrian, or some windows - like those new wooden ones in my vid, have a setting on the latches where you can leave them ajar whilst still locked. I try and leave them like that as often as possible to keep the air circulating (clearly not often enough though!)

[@paulmckenna2756]

@@CharlieDIYte At the time you most need to combat condensation, winter, you should not be leaving your windows on the latch/open. There is more moisture in the cold air outside, than there is in your home.

[@Mortthemoose]

@@paulmckenna2756 That's what I think too. My high humidity levels only started when the council put exterior insulation on my walls! (That's irony for ya'!) Not only has the humidity increased massively, but if I now open the truckle vents, it's approx 55-65% humidity indoors vs 93% outdoors! Surely that will cause condensation on windows!

[@Rebecca-bp2kk]

Thanks for this review. I have double glazed windows and suffer terribly with condensation (we live in a block of flats) I've tried everything. I may try one of these incase i have different results (as I'm double) but thank you for being honest.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Hi Rebecca. Don't try one of these. Please. They're rubbish. Watch this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8 and make as many changes to your lifestyle as you can. The silver bullet for you would be a Nuaire Flatmaster. But it depends if you're allowed to drill a hole in the outside wall of your flat.

[@vancouver9928]

Thank you Charlie, I concur 💯 percent 👍👍👍

[@BohmanderTCG]

Thank you very much for the review i was planning to buy this for our moist moldy room. I will get an electric one

[@cooldryplaceuk5873]

I did find this useful, thanks! Primarily because the manufacturer states a refill should last 3 months, and it only lasted 1! I'd have at least expected a full tank per refill!

[@CharlieDIYte]

No you want to ditch that it's rubbish and watch this kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNEsi=fFLIan7raNwTB3ga

[@helderfernandes6283]

Hi. I do not pretend to sound like an expert or so... But living in Scandinavia I think the condensation problem you have is due to lack of intake of outside air. If you have some ventilators it will most likely heavily reduce the problem. No house in Scandinavia has moister if the vents work properly. Take care, and thanks for the great review

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thanks for this Helder. Yes, I think ventilation is key, as I said in my more recent update video kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8 Great to hear from you in Scandinavia!

[@sandjune2753]

Yep we bought it for damp on the walls and the window like yourself. Wish I had seen your review BEFORE buying these items. Didnt cure the damp on the windows at all.

[@davidpearce1934]

The humidifier I ended up purchasing is made by electriQ. It’s quite sophisticated in as much as it has varied options for display and function including drying clothes which I must say is very impressive. It also has an ultra violet option which is supposed to kill viruses. Hard to assess the effectiveness of that. We keep ours on the landing and during the winter months and it’s going quite a lot. It’s be very noticeable in the reduction of the condensation issues had previously. I believe there are various options on tank volume and the size of House it copes with I must say we are astonished just how much water it pulls from the air. Very pleased with the unit and this is its second winter.

[@eviltrev4272]

I'm really glad you posted this as I suffer from window condensation too, and like you, I read the reviews from different sites on this product. I'm really glad I didn't buy it now. thanks for the review it's saved me a few quid. 👌👍

[@DariointheWorkshop]

The problem with this kind of kits is that they do not circulate the air. They do remove moisture from the air near them, but then cold spots in the house, like windows, actually compete with the devices because they act like dehumidifiers themselves by condensing moisture into water droplets. Not trying to suggest a magical solution. I just wanted to explain the phenomenon.

[@wmartin2283]

I got one two weeks ago and used it in the bathroom and it works very well

[@CharlieDIYte]

I would've waste your time on this. Get a dehumidifier.

[@traceya8699]

Heating, ventilation, and double glazed windows are my tips. In bedrooms as someone sleeps they breathe out moisture and it condensates on the cold window. Moisture will always condensate on the coldest part of a window. It was a big ask to get those moisture traps to work in your situation. If you heat, ventilate and have double glazing then a good quality electric dehumidifier should help but might not eliminate window condensation completely and especially on very cold nights. The space between the curtains and the window needs heated up. How about a curtain fan heater? You would need one on each window though!

[@plumandamba]

That’s silly. You can’t stop condensation completely. Especially with single glazing. It really helped in my house.

[@plumandamba]

Refills are quite pricey 😐 but they do work

[@tiger-resssparkle2686]

The unibond is fantastic device my room all fresh to breathe in now ,love it❤

[@karisb87]

@@plumandambanøb

[@Hyde999100]

Thanks for your honesty Charlie !!!

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome Mike. Much better to watch this kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNE 👌

[@DianaHernandez-sc1tc]

Thanks for being so honest. Have you tried a dehumidifier.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Yes, check out this vid bit.ly/3glMu6H

[@nickteale7600]

Been using these for 2 years now and they don't stop any condensation. They may reduce some moisture from the air but not enough to stop the condensation. Decided to go ahead and buy a debumidifier which will save money buying aero tablets in the long run and do a better job.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Well done. These are a hopeless gimmick. You're much better with a dehumidifier. You might also find this useful kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNE

[@nickteale7600]

Thanks Charlie, watched the video and realised I've watched this one before. I bought a window vac a few weeks ago to clear the windows and shower of condensation after watching. Been following your videos for a few years now since I first watched your video on applying silicon sealer.

[@AnnaMaria-qi8bf]

Thanks for the review. You save me to buy this product. :)

[@rallicat7362]

Bought an ebac dehumidifier myself. Really does a great job, and solved my condensation problems!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Good to hear it. You won't regret it particularly if you have to dry clothes inside. As discussed here kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNE 👍

[@mattd6495]

Hi, we need to get something in the loft as we have too much moist in. What would you put in the loft for this? Without having to change the tiles etc. Thanks

[@sosominibelle3213]

So glad I watched this video. I was about to order 5 of these... please recommend quiet dehumidifier to us. I have 2 blyss dehumidifier and I can't stand the noise at night

[@CharlieDIYte]

Thank god you didn't. They're hopeless. This is what you want to watch kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNE Desiccant dehumidifiers (eg Meaco) can be quieter on low speed but will be similar to compressors (eg Ebac) at high speed so I'm afraid there's not much you can do about that other than maybe not run it at night.

[@eadjh98]

I nearly bought one of these but changed my mind and went for the pro breeze, about £60 and it seems to work better than the unibond still get some condensation, not a lot but it fills the reservoir ! Perhaps we should keep it running for longer, but not to sure or the cost to run it!

[@CharlieDIYte]

Hi David. Have a look at this if you've got time kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8

[@TheKingTywinLannister]

Yeah ... same here.. I bought 3 of them... and I have totally the same result.... a bit disappointed, cause on the box it shows it should be used to remove condensation from the windows

[@CharlieDIYte]

You need to watch my update video bit.ly/3i4NWLu - it will tell you everything you need to know about condensation, oh and PIVs are the silver bullet to solving your problems.

[@marianlenehan9618]

Very useful honest review. Thanks

[@paddyls2244]

Great review. All too often the reviews are just by people giving positive reviews and then saying "use my link to get a discount" so clearly biased. Looking forward to more content!

[@nealholdsworth7912]

Nice clip thanks, it give us some ideas so going to try one for a start just to see if it works for us ....

[@CharlieDIYte]

Please don't Neal. They're hopeless. A complete waste of money. You need to watch this bit.ly/3glMu6H

[@nealholdsworth7912]

@@CharlieDIYte I’ve got to say I’ve just got home from work and the wife said she couldn’t believe there was no condensation this morning when she opened the blinds. That’s is a first I have to say .

[@fanmic3562]

Mate thank you 4 video!

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome. Don't buy one of these though. You need to check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8

[@SteMan1971]

I've been using one of these for about 3 week now in my garage bar, and I personally think it makes a difference. I have a digital thermometer on the wall that detects temp & moisture in the air and before using this, the moisture reading always read around 75-80%. Since using this, the reading has dropped to 60-67%... so they definitely make a difference in my opinion.

[@CharlieDIYte]

But that moisture level reading is also influenced by heat as discussed here kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNE I'm telling you, these things are as useful as a chocolate tea pot, and you've got all that gunk to clean out when it's full. 😉

[@SteMan1971]

@@CharlieDIYte I'm no expert, but my bar gets pretty cold if I haven't been in there for a few days, so whether it's hot or cold, the moisture level is always the same. But since using this Aero device, the moisture level has slowly reduced.... maybe a coincidence? I don't know.

[@nantwin9385]

It’s happened the same thing to me it’s not doing the job, my so glad that I watched this review.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Yep, check this out for a better understanding of the issue kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNEsi=yAEDce2TgP1TbnzL 👍

[@Jimquivious]

I was about to buy one of these to see if it helped our condensation problem, but glad I watched your video first so won’t be buying one now. Going by reviews on Amazon they work pretty well which would have made me buy one.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Don't touch this it's useless. Watch this instead 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNEsi=hjwiO_zh7jaE6W0a

[@coneypark]

You should show a reading for moisture as I think you have a damp problem in your house and thats maybe the issue

[@jaysam41]

I have one of these in my work shop and as I walked into today the air was different and the aero 360 is working for me and I looking now to find a couple more

[@kirbster1977]

Have you looked at a PIV unit (Positive Input Ventilation). I had a big problem with condensation streaming, damp, mould. Fitted a Nuaire PIV unit and it literally cured the problem overnight. Also replaces your house with fresh air each day. Check them out.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Yes, this was my update to this vid kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8 There's a lot of love for PIVs in the comments. 👏👌

[@morganefarcy4463]

Thank you for this honest review. Finally, it is nice to find a fair one. I think none of these products are miraculous, it can help but we can not expect so much. The best are still the electric ones.

[@dcoughla681]

Ages ago, I tried this for a month like you & whilst it does remove moisture a little bit, it takes its time & I didn’t notice any real difference to be honest. Also, the refills are expensive. Better to change your lifestyle habits.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Agreed, as I discussed in this recent video update kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8

[@travis3430]

As the window is colder, the condensation will go there. When theres alot on moisture in the air in my garage, my cast iron weight plates are wet (its vented well also)

[@mikelacey9384]

Treat Amazon reviews with a pinch of salt - Arguably loads of fake reviews

[@kaxar6954]

I love it. The lavender keeps mice away.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Terrible things those Aeros. There are much better options out there kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNEsi=JqQi0x4FD4SVaZFt

[@tigertiger12345]

Mine all work....I guess i have way less moisture...Some homes might need more in one room or an electric one perhaps, but for now, mines are doing great. I do agree the replacement tabs are a bit expensive though.

[@sallt.peppher]

were you finally able to find one you really liked and worked really well?

[@dividivi2369]

Charlie, you have just come up with the idea of you doing a video installing Secondary Glazing! I know nothing about the magnetic version, but in the listed building we had a neighbour installed the sliding panes which were brilliant. They are actually even better than triple glazed windows for sound insulation. Your problems would be solved and we will have the advantage of learning through you :-D

[@philrosenberg8805]

You might have had better success putting it near the moisture source - i.e, near the sleeping people. Behind the curtain the tablet is competing with the cold glass, both of which are removing moisture from the air. By placing it near the moisture source, like on a bedside cabinet, it might be able to remove more moisture from the air before it hits the cold glass.

[@philrosenberg8805]

Also, it turns out these are just blocks of calcium carbonate. You can buy it in big bags in pellet form if you want to. With more surface area you might find it does a better job.

[@BLUESKY-zt1nv]

@@philrosenberg8805 i buy about large 12 sacks of calcium carbonate and tip and cover all of my household flooring with it

[@dublinvids5146]

​@@BLUESKY-zt1nvEh, it's poisonous, go easy.

[@liverpix]

Have you tried the Windown Insulation Kits with shrink film ?

[@michaelrobert503]

Ive tried these absorber types and they seem to collect a lot of water. But didn't cure the problem on windows etc... so I recently bought a proper dehumidifier for less than £100. and it is great, it seems to collect about a litre + of water every day... god knows where it comes from. job done. don't waste your money on these cheap absorber types.

[@JohnPaulSheridan]

Thanks good video. What was that little vacuum thing you used on the window?

[@CharlieDIYte]

Karcher - check out my update video kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNE

[@Eatos_17]

If you find a better one which does a better job, then please do another review! My brothers room gets hella condensation, it’s actually ridiculous.

[@danielseddon3177]

We have dehumidifiers here in Portugal and they can easily produce more than a litre overnight. That's not a significant amount of water for a week.

[@jonmcarthur345]

We tried these a while back but have reverted to the trusty kärcher window vac during the seriously cold weather

[@Mamachick]

Thanks 😊

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome Sandra. This one is much better though kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8

[@Adam-gi1yl]

Gr8 vid Str8 2 the point -no empty talking... I like the way u done this review 👍 + sub Was about 2 buy dose Unibond Aero360 -but won't - thank u for sharing your expirence

[@CharlieDIYte]

There's they're rubbish. Watch this instead kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8 👍

[@CharlieDIYte]

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[@curiosity2314]

Considering how much water is in the air in your home the little water in those containers is not much at all. You do need a dehumidifier no doubt. I would consider those units an interesting science experiment for a kid but that is about it.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Curiosity Totally agree - and I can't understand why the reviews are generally so favourable 🤔

[@sureshpeshawaria347]

I've been using this for a year now, works perfectly - I mean collects moisture BUT I still have mould problems..may be too much damp...the cartridges cost about £3-4.. one lasts for about a month...

[@CharlieDIYte]

You need to watch this kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8 👍🏻

[@nileshhirani6657]

Get double glazing and vents on top of the windows. Also in winter ensure you turn your heating on.

[@Hero87]

Thanks for the detailed review! Glad I didn't waste my time with these and went for a condenser/electric dehumidifier instead from Meaco. Higher upfront cost but amazing results...gathered over 2 litres of moisture over one night and zero condensation on my windows, only costs 2.5p per hour to run too.

[@beware_the_moose]

2.5p/hr is a lot!

[@shomshomni2314]

Likely too expensive to run now with the fuel bills?

[@Hero87]

@@shomshomni2314 I only need them on in the winter but not every day so it's ok. Plus I just installed two extractor fans in the bathroom and kitchen that run on humidity sensors. Much cheaper to run and they constantly come on if humidity levels get higher than whatever I've set it at. I've also installed secondary glazing for sound proofing purposes but it's ended up completely preventing any condensation forming on the windows as they are not cold. Seems there's a lot of other things that can be done to prevent humidity in the home.

[@simonjordan2282]

Liking the videos Charlie. Do you have any tips to repair screw holes in UPVC window frames, where some idiot has drilled to install curtains/blinds? Thought you might have come across something in your day job.

[@jamesgoodhall6755]

Happy iv watched this video before I bought one

[@CharlieDIYte]

Yes, it's hopeless James. You need to check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8

[@DianeS2000]

The unit has to be at least 10cm away from walls & windows to allow air to circulate as stated on the box, it was on the box ours came in.

[@TennessseTimmy]

The electrical ones are pretty good. I had a burst pipe and it filled a 5Liter tank in around 3 hours. However they are quite noisy.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Much better getting a proper dehumidifier.

[@shantanuchatterjee9056]

Thank you for the video. Was about to buy one, and now resisting as I won't be able to remove condensation from my windows as well. Amazon reviews are fake.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Yes, Shantanu. The only thing this will dehumidify is a dolls house, and it will struggle at that. This is the video you need to watch kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8 and for a total solution, take a look at Nuaire PIVs

[@stuartsinclair6269]

Go for the cheapest option first, it’s like hot and cold meeting at a point, My first option is to clear seal around the frames, try and do it inside first then outside my theory is this should stop the two temperatures meeting 👍🏻

[@CharlieDIYte]

As discussed here kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNE

[@fortune461]

Hi great video.. Condensation prob in my house with double glaze windows. We open windows daily to air the rooms that's all fine. The prob starts at night in bed the windows fog up over night and are soaking wet the next day. Bought uni bond 360 looks like they will not do the job. I've tried use salt and other ideas nothing has helped. Did u ever get the window condensation solved or stopped

[@jerrypereira08]

I purchased this product and tried it in the kids bedroom,I was disappointed too with the result,it did work but I too had to depend on the Karacher

[@stevierobinson4055]

Thanks. Saved me a tenner

[@DARRENJOHNHARRIS1]

Plants are by far the best thing I’ve ever found to help with condensation. The take the moisture away.

[@syedaliii8920]

Totally agree with you Charlie. It works, but very suitable for my 3 bedroom property. I need to buy lots of those tablets! It's cheaper to buy a compression dehumidifier. (refrigitant type).

[@CharlieDIYte]

Agreed, as I discussed here kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8. The ultimate solution though is a PIV.

[@therealchristophercarter]

Great video!

[@Thatandyman]

I've got 2 from b&m in my window they don't kill condensation

[@taramiller70]

Is salt ok and effective to use in dehumifers that have crystals in the top of dehumifer when Crystal's have run out I wanna save money and not have to keep buying more dehumifers when Crystal's have run out I use small dehumifers wardrobe dehumifers and mini moisture traps I have mold in my bedroom

[@LeeGee1983]

Interesting video iv often wondered about getting one of these, don't think I'll bother. Cheers!

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome, Lee. Thanks for the comment!

[@scottd4652]

Kontrol moisture traps are the only product I’ve used that actually work.

[@CharlieDIYte]

Proper Dehumidifier every time

[@scottd4652]

@ need a quiet one though.

[@3009genius]

Great review! Had to follow you on that one brother

[@CharlieDIYte]

This is the vid you want to watch buddy kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8

[@woodworks2123]

It would interesting to see just to prove either way I'd you were to go overkill and put about 5 at one window to see if it would dramatically reduce the condensation

[@CharlieDIYte]

It wouldn't make a blind bit of difference. The window is basically a big dehumidifier that's far more powerful than the extraction effect of 5 of these hopeless things. Check out my recent video for more info on this kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8

[@woodworks2123]

@@CharlieDIYte perhaps a new product is needed, a mini dehumidifier the size of the moisture absorbers. place near windows.

[@BrianWashington-jc6ig]

Quiet, easy to clean, light not too bright and humidity at good levels

[@donaldsunny7836]

Thank you for creating and uploading this very helpful and easy to understand video. You've saved me from wasting my hard-earned money on something that doesn't do what I want it to do. Many thanks!!

[@CharlieDIYte]

You're welcome Donald. Please take a few moments to watch this kzbin.info/www/bejne/inqnk2CmmbShjq8 as this should tell you most of what you need to know. PIVs are the way forward in terms of reducing or eliminating condensation.

[@slashingbison2503]

I had high humidty and every window in our cottage was condensated, bought a pair of blankupt 500ml dehumidifiers from B&M and all rooms after a few weeks were about 50 RH compared to 77-87 RH (awful), the air is so much drier and thinner and it was very simple with these. also anything you dont plug into mains is going to be useless

[@CharlieDIYte]

Completely agree. Here's my update video kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJPXmp1-gN5ljNE

[@mefistogino6804]

Hi... I bought this product yesterday to use it in my car. The reason and why on the amplifiers placed on the back of the trunk of my system now that the cold has arrived..the change in temperature night-day makes me find the surface of the amps wet and humid....the question I ask you is if I put it on the back seats in the center or can I safely put it in the trunk where I have the amps? that space, etc... putting it in the boot, on the other hand, do I risk not letting the entire car absorb the humidity?... given the boot roof which leaves little space at the top

[@CharlieDIYte]

They're so ineffective I think you'll need one in the trunk and one on the back seat.

[@emilscovasa4025]

Why haven't you put like 2 or 3 of them in the unused bothroom, it might work better that way