As we all try to get out as much as we can during the winter months, we can come across condensation. There is not much you can do to completely prevent this, but there is ways to reduce the problem and make sure the pesky moisture doesn’t get stuck in your tent. We wanted to let you know a bit more about what condensation is, how to prevent it, how to keep your tent safe from mold and mildew caused by it, and how to treat it.
What is condensation and how does it form?
Condensation is the moisture you find on the inside walls of your tent and sleeping bag when you wake up in a warm tent after a cold night. Condensation happens when warm air that contains water vapor rises and cools which then releases the water vapor into solid water droplets on surfaces. When it comes to camping and condensation. The warm air from your breath contains water vapor, this air fills up your tent and gets cooled by the outside temperatures which releases the water onto the inside walls of your tent and sleeping bag. There are multiple aspects of an environment that can cause condensation, learn more about those factors hereHow to prevent condensation in your Roofnest
Sometimes condensation is not avoidable, especially in the winter months when there is a large difference in temperature from inside the tent to the outdoors. While this is the case, there are things you can do to prevent condensation for most of the year. One thing is to always sleep with your windows slightly cracked. Having your windows open will create airflow that neutralizes the inside and outside air which will result in much less condensation. If you live in a place that is known for its humidity and moisture such as the PNW you can take precautionary methods such as using a product like Miracle Mist. This will prevent any mold and mildew from growing inside your tent. Make sure to never bring wet gear into your tent. The reason being, when the wet gear warms up it will evaporate some of the liquid into the air which will result in more water vapor and condensation on the cool inner walls of your tent. Make sure if you do have wet gear to either store it in your vehicle, or have it in a sealed plastic bag.What to do when condensation occurs in your Roofnest
There are times when a bit of condensation is bound to happen and there’s no need to fear, as long as you do not put your Roofnest away while wet you are good to go! If you are at camp and need to break down your site quickly during a storm just make sure to find a dry place to air out your Roofnest within 24 hours. When you have time at the campsite before leaving, wipe down the walls of your tent with a towel, take out any damp bedding, and leave open to air dry with windows open as long as possible before closing up your tent.If you follow all of these tips, you should have a nice and dry tent for years to come. But don’t worry, if you happen to somehow get mold or mildew in your tent you can use a product like this to remove it.
