Home maintenance tips for humidity and oven care

Experts provide guidance on managing indoor humidity and household appliance maintenance to prevent damage and health issues.

To prevent condensation on windows and the subsequent risk of mold, which can lead to respiratory issues like asthma, it is recommended to maintain a relative humidity level below 50 percent at 20 degrees Celsius. During frostier periods, a level below 40 percent is ideal. Using a hygrometer can help monitor these levels. A practical tip for immediate relief from condensation is to wipe the moisture off the glass before ventilating the room.

Regarding oven use, manufacturers advise against leaving oven doors slightly ajar after baking. While intended to release residual heat, concentrated heat escaping through a small gap can damage adjacent furniture, particularly foiled fronts. To cool an oven safely, it is better to open the door completely and ventilate the room. Additionally, to clean dirt trapped between multi-layered glass oven doors, one can use a thin object covered with a damp cloth or sock to reach the narrow space.