During the cold winter days, we naturally close all windows and doors to keep the cold out and the warmth in. However, by doing so we not only close off access to the cold, but we also limit the ability to effectively ventilate and maintain a healthy and comfortable indoor environment. Find out immediately how to achieve both warmth and healthy indoor air during the winter months.
What happens if I don't ventilate my home during the winter months?
During the winter months, moisture levels rise, which makes maintaining a healthy indoor climate all the more important. Excess moisture in the home can lead to dampness and health problems, including sleep disturbances, skin irritations, headaches, and symptoms related to allergies or asthma.
How do I ventilate my home during the winter months?
A ventilation system supplies fresh air without losing warm indoor air. At the same time, the system filters harmful dust particles from the indoor air present.
Use an enthalpy exchanger as an additional solution
A standard ventilation system can sometimes struggle to regulate moisture levels in the home. An enthalpy exchanger in a MVHR-unit does offer a solution to this. With an enthalpy exchanger in the MVHR-unit, the moisture level in the home is effectively managed. If too much moisture is present, the exchanger extracts this moisture from the air. When the air is dry, the ventilation system uses the stored moisture to bring the humidity to an appropriate level. In this way, the moisture level is kept in balance.
Unfortunately, an enthalpy exchanger cannot be connected to all systems.
Additional helpful tips for ventilating during the winter months
- Keep windows and doors closed to prevent unhealthy, unfiltered cold air from entering the home.
- If a mechanical ventilation system is present, never leave the system turned off.
- Set the ventilation system to a higher setting when a lot of moisture is released, such as while cooking or showering.
- Reduce humidity in the home by cooking with a lid on the pan and drying the floors immediately after mopping.
- Check regularly that the vents are functioning properly and free of debris.