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1. Is it advisable to turn on the fan, or is using a fan unnecessary?
In the northeastern part of North Vietnam, there is often a phenomenon of humid weather, typically occurring from February to April, adversely affecting human health and daily activities. When the weather is humid, the increased air humidity causes water vapor to condense on the floor, wall surfaces, hard surfaces such as stone, wood, or objects,... affecting human activities.
This is also the ideal condition for mold growth, leading to electronic devices, wooden items becoming moldy, damaged, or increasing the risk of human diseases such as asthma, headaches, joint pain, etc.
Therefore, every Lunar New Year, many families struggle to find a solution to this situation. Many people have the habit of turning on fans, opening doors, or using air conditioning to help reduce humidity and prevent items from getting wet. However, is this the right solution? This is a misconception. Opening the door means letting moist air from outside into the house, increasing indoor humidity and making the house more uncomfortable and damp. Therefore, the best solution is to keep the house closed to effectively control humidity.
Similarly, using a fan in humid weather is also an ineffective measure. The cold air from the fan cannot quickly evaporate water vapor but rather promotes the rapid and intense condensation of moisture. As a result, the more water accumulates, the faster mold will develop.
Moreover, many people believe in regularly cleaning the house to eliminate lingering moisture on the floor. However, this practice can make your floor even wetter. Therefore, only wipe areas where water accumulates to address the waterlogging issue. This will prevent slippery floors, avoiding potential falls for family members.
2. Is it advisable to turn on the air conditioner on humid days?
In case your home is not equipped with a dehumidifier for use during humid weather, then turn on the air conditioner and close the doors to address the humidity issue. The air conditioner also has a dehumidifying mode similar to a dehumidifier. If you're unsure whether to set the air conditioner to cool or heat mode, turn on the air conditioner, close the room door, and then switch on the dehumidifying mode (Dry).
The dehumidifying mode on the air conditioner is a suitable choice to activate during humid weather. At this time, the air carrying moisture will condense when passing through the evaporator coil. This process will dry the air, minimizing surface condensation and humidity. Moreover, using the air conditioner on humid days will promote air circulation, preventing mold growth and safeguarding the health of your family.
Note that leaving the Dry mode on for too long can reduce the air humidity too low, causing dry hair, dry eyes, dry skin, and other related issues.
The above provides answers to the question of whether to clean the house, turn on the fan, or use the air conditioner on humid days. Keep these insights in mind for reference and application. Don't forget to follow Mytour for quick updates on the most useful information.
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