It can be unsettling to see that the window of your tumble dryer is smothered in condensation. 

However, signs of condensation do not mean that your tumble dryer machine is going to stop working. 

In fact, it is relatively easy to cope with tumble dryer condensation and resolve the problem.

What causes tumble dryer condensation?

Condensation occurs when warm and moist air pushes against either a surface or other air that doesn't have the same level of warmth. 

There are certain conditions where warmer air cannot retain moisture and so the moisture goes to the colder surface or air. 

In relation to tumble dryers, condensation is created when there isn't enough ventilation and too much moisture. 

Not only can this lead to damage to the tumble dryer machine itself, but it can also result in the creation of mould which can produce a bad smell and present a risk of causing various negative health effects.

Which tumble dryer creates the least condensation?

The three main types of tumble dryers are vented, condenser and heat pump. 

Heat pump tumble dyers create the least condensation because their condenser system allows them to take water from the moist air and pass dry air back through the drum. 

As the warm air is recycled, there is less chance that condensation will be created.

A vented tumble dryer tends to be associated with higher levels of condensation as this machine releases the warm, moist air into a room via a vent hose or wall vent. 

If a room is not ventilated correctly, there is a high chance that moisture can condense on the walls.  

How to stop condensation from tumble dryer?

It is important to know why your machine is producing excess moisture to figure out how to stop condensation from a tumble dryer.

For example, if you place your tumble dryer in a cold environment or a tight space, this may result in your machine trapping heat and creating moisture. Therefore, your dryer should be relocated to a space that has proper ventilation or you should make sure that the room is warmer. 

There is also a chance that your tumble dryer hasn't been installed correctly, or isn't made of high-quality materials which can have an effect on the airflow, causing condensation. To correct this, always do your research when sourcing a tumble dryer.

Another way to stop condensation is to make sure your dryer vent isn't blocked by anything that could prevent hot air from escaping and causing condensation.

One of the best ways to deal with condensation from a tumble dryer is to reach out to experts in the field. 

At Home Feeling, we believe that a good tumble dryer should not make your walls damp or create mould in your home. 

If you want access to a selection of great tumble dryers, why not contact our professional team via email on info@homefeeling.co.uk or by calling us on 01543 228 622?