Condensation is a natural phenomenon when the excess moisture in warm air turns into water droplets on colder surfaces. You normally see this on your windows, yet it remains almost a complete mystery.
For the first part of our special two-part blog, Renewal by Andersen® of Westchester and Fairfield County debunks the most popular misconceptions about window condensation. If you share these beliefs, forget them now:
Exterior Condensation Is Bad
Any condensation that happens outside your window glass is just a form of dew. It doesn’t indicate that your Westchester windows leak your indoor air out, or fail in any way for that matter. Actually, it could even indicate energy efficiency in hotter climates, as the conditioned air is well-insulated from the inside.
Moisture Can’t Penetrate Surfaces
Due to vapor pressure, the moisture in wet air always try to go toward the dry air. If your windows couldn’t resist the flow of moisture, especially if it’s made of wood, it could force its way through. When this happens, condensation can occur anywhere in your windows.
Condensation on Windows Is Harmless
Too much condensation may damage your windows. It could cause your window paint to peel, leaving them unprotected to the elements. When the excess moisture infiltrates your windows, it could weaken the frame over time; and that might be the beginning of the end of your windows. Fortunately, our windows in Westchester, NY, are made with Fibrex®. This composite material assures you of durable and long-lasting windows.
Condensation Is As Likely to Happen to New Windows As Old Windows
By and large, old windows are more susceptible to condensation than new ones. In the past, windows were made from porous materials and were less weathertight. Now, every window we offer is built to be efficient. Thanks to modern construction practices and better insulation technologies, modern windows minimize air leakage and prevent indoor heat from escaping.
Nonetheless, the interior relative humidity caused by home activities, like cooking or hot showers, would remain inside and possibly increase your indoor moisture levels, which can be damaging when unaddressed or uncontrolled.
Head over to the second part of our special blog as we discuss how our Westchester window replacements deal with condensation problems. If you have any question about window condensation, call Renewal by Andersen of Westchester and Fairfield County now at (866) 609-5033.
