As temperatures plummet across the UK, many households are battling condensation on windows, which can lead to mould and health issues. A TikTok user has shared a simple, low-cost hack using two common household items to absorb excess moisture.
Fenrah Alesari, winner of the Miss Alternative Model of the Year award in 2021, posted a video demonstrating how cooking salt and cat litter can work as effective dehumidifiers. She advised pouring salt into a plastic container and placing it near windows, or filling old socks and tights with cat litter and distributing them around the house.
After four to five weeks, the salt may become lumpy and damp, indicating it needs replacement. Alesari suggested shaking the container to revive the salt. For cat litter, a weekly 'squish test' can determine if it has absorbed too much moisture and requires changing.
The hack has garnered enthusiastic responses from followers, with one commenting: 'This is amazing! Do you change it every five weeks?' Alesari replied that the frequency depends on the dampness of the area. Another user noted they have used salt in static caravans for years with great results.
