BARGAIN hunters are going wild for a gadget that can help tackle mould and condensation.
The device has been slashed in price at Asda and is the cheapest you’ll find in this particular model.
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The Daewoo 12-litre dehumidifier is selling for £85 instead of £105 on the George by Asda websites.
These devices can suck up moisture lurking in the air around your home which can cause condensation on walls and windows as well as mould in certain areas.
The model, which has been praised with five-star reviews, can extract 12 litres of water a day.
Once full, the device will stop automatically to avoid overfilling.
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Those who have bought it called it “amazing” and “quiet and efficient at a great price“.
One shopper said: “Very pleased with purchase! Bought due to having issues with damp and can say it’s massively helped!
“Collects lots of water and brilliant on the drying clothes setting too!”
Another branded it “brilliant” and a third noted its prowess for drying clothes in the winter months.
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Don’t forget to factor in running costs too, which can range from 7p to 10p an hour, according to Ecoair, though the exact cost depends on the model and how often you use it.
The £85 price at Asda was the cheapest we found this specific model.
It’s also available from Wilko priced at the higher amount of £119, as well as Robert Dyas and Toolstation for £129
It’s always worth shopping around to find the best deal, and price comparison sites like Google Shopping, Price Spy and Idealo can help you do that.
Four simple ways to save money at Asda
Remember that it’s also only a good deal if you intended to buy it in the first place.
Seasonal reductions mean many shops are clearing older winter stock to make way for spring and summer items.
It means you’re likely to find more discounts on winter warmers that can be put away for next year, if you know you’ll use them.
For instance, Dunlem shoppers spotted an electric blanket for just £5.50, down from £22.
The same gadget at Tesco is now down from £30 to just £10.
More ways to prevent damp, mould and condensation
More ways to avoid condensation and mould
Opening your windows regularly can help prevent mould build-up,
This is named the “stoffluften” trick which originates from Germany.
The term literally translates to “shock ventilation” and sees Germans often crack open windows to let stale air out and fresh, but cold, air in, even in the dead of winter.
Matan Korin, the vice president of sales at Ecoline Windows, previously told The Sun: “[Stoffluften] sees several windows being opened in a house for no more than three minutes.
“This will create a draft, swapping most of the warm humid air inside the house with cold air from outside.
“As the fresh air’s temperature rises, it takes up the extra humidity in the house.”
Some experts say that you should do it twice a day – in the morning and before you go to bed.
Others have recommended the best time to open up all the windows and use the method is after performing a task like showering or cooking where humidity levels are at their highest.
Another way to tackle mould is making sure your extractor fans are working.
These are the fans you find in kitchens and bathrooms, and they help remove excess steam from the air and therefore prevent a build-up of condensation.
We also included the best way to clean your extractor fan in our guide.
How to tackle mould in your home
If you already have mould issues, there are ways to tackle it.
If left untreated, mould can pose a risk to vulnerable Brits with existing health problems like eczema or asthma.
Many experts say that bleach is all you need if you neither own nor want to buy specialised cleaning sprays and paints.
If using bleach, mix four parts of water with one part bleach.
You’ll also need a stiff brush, a bucket of water with cloth, and another cloth for drying.
Apply your solution to the affected areas (including a few inches around visible mould to kill any mould not yet visible).
Scrub it firmly with a strong brush.
Wait for as long as possible or until the mould completely disappears from sight and rinse the treated areas thoroughly.
Pat dry the area and allow it to completely dry before moving any furniture or placing items in front of the area.
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Meanwhile, we spoke to a property pro to find out how to prevent mould in your home this winter.
Plus, we tried four tricks to get rid of condensation and mould and we were surprised by the results.
Asda super fan reveals top tips for saving
SAVVY shopper Eilish Stout-Cairns, from Newcastle, shared her top tips for saving money on her weekly shop at Asda.
Shop Asda’s budget range – save £13 per shop
Eilish recommends that shoppers grab items from Asda’s Just Essentials range.
She said: “Asda’s budget range is easy to spot as it’s bright yellow! Keep your eyes peeled for yellow and you’ll find their Just Essentials range.
“It’s great value and I’ve found it has a much wider selection of budget items compared to other supermarkets.”
Sign up to Asda Rewards – get 10% cashback
The savvy-saver also presses on the importance of signing up to Asda’s reward scheme.
She said: “Asda Rewards is free to join and if you shop at Asda you should absolutely sign up.
“As an Asda Rewards member, you’ll get exclusive discounts and offers, and you’ll also be able to earn 10% cashback on Star Products.
“This will go straight into your cashpot, and once you’ve earned at least £1, you can transfer the money in your cashpot into ASDA vouchers.
We’ve previously rounded up the best supermarket loyalty schemes – including the ones that will save you the most money.
Look out for bargain booze – save 25%
Eilish always suggests that shoppers looking to buy booze look out for bargain deals.
She said: “Asda often has an alcohol offer on: buy six bottles and save 25%.
“The offer includes selected bottles with red, white and rose options, as well as prosecco. There are usually lots of popular bottles included, for example, Oyster Bay Hawkes Bay Merlot, Oyster Bay Hawkes Bay Merlot and Freixenet Prosecco D.O.C.
“Obviously, the more expensive the bottles you choose, the more you save.”
Join Facebook groups to find bargains
The savvy saver also recommends that fans of Asda join Facebook groups to keep in the know about the latest bargains in-store.
Eilish said: “I recommend joining the Latest Deals Facebook Group to find out about the latest deals and new launches in store.
“Every day, more than 250,000 deal hunters share their latest bargain finds and new releases.”
