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ation vehicles mean that the normal living activities of even a few occupants
will lead to rapid moisture saturation of the air contained in the trailer and the
appearance of visible moisture, especially in cold weather.
Just as moisture collects on the outside of a glass of cold water during humid
weather, moisture can condense on the inside surfaces of the trailer during
cold weather when relative humidity of the interior air is high. This condition is
increased because the insulated walls of a recreation vehicle are much thinner
than house walls. Estimates indicate that a family of four can vaporize up to three
gallons of water daily through breathing, cooking, bathing, and washing. Unless
the water vapor is carried outside by ventilation, or condensed by a dehumidifier,
it will condense on the inside of the windows and walls as moisture, or in cold
weather as frost or ice. It may also condense out of sight within the walls or the
ceiling where it will manifest itself as warped or stained panels.
Appearance of these conditions may indicate a serious problem. When you
recognize the signs of excessive moisture and condensation in the trailer,
action should be taken to minimize their effects.
TIPS TO CONTROLLING CONDENSATION
NOTICE: To avoid condensation problems, try to follow these tips to help
alleviate excess moisture.
Allow excess moisture to escape to the outside when bathing, washing dishes,
hair drying, laundering, and using appliances and non-vented gas burners.
Keep the bathroom door closed and the vent or window open when bathing
and for a period of time after you have finished.
Do not hang wet clothes in the trailer to dry.
In hot weather, start the air conditioner early as it removes excess humidity
from the air while lowering the temperature.
Keep the temperature as reasonably cool during cold weather as possible.
The warmer the vehicle, the more cold exterior temperatures and warm interior
temperatures will collide on wall surfaces, thus creating condensation.
Use a fan to keep air circulating inside the vehicle so condensation and mildew
cannot form in dead air spaces. Allow air to circulate inside closets and cabi-
nets (leave doors partially open). Please keep in mind that a closed cabinet
full of stored goods prevents circulation and allows the exterior temperature to
cause condensation.
The natural tendency would be to close the vehicle tightly during cold weather.
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