Dehumidifier - anyone have experience

[fonzee]

I'm investigating.

For me, its the extension which is worst, but it is a fair way from where a PIV could be installed in the loft. Is such a thing still going to be effective for a cold damp extension?

Assuming the extension is ground floor only then on a two story house?

Should be fine as long as the house isn't huge. The units come with different speed settings so match size of home/levels of condensation. Best to contact Nuaire prior on square footage involved etc.

On a side note, I see they are doing a flatmaster range now too which may be worth a look for the OP.

 

[fonzee]

Out of interest, which model would you recommend? It seems that if you think you'll need the heater, its best to buy it integrated and then not use it as it works out cheaper.

I purchased the heater as our ceiling > loft barrier is very well insulated and therefore not much opportunity for any heat recovery up there! Saying that this mild winter we've had so far hasn't kicked in the heater much yet (which basically can be set to kick in when a certain temperature is reached, very simple). So yes, come summer time it will be operating as normal with no heater function.

In a poorly insulated environment I would just stick with the non-heater. You'll find many have done just that on Amazon for example with significant improvements.

 

[fonzee]

Basic concept here;

 

[the_worrier]

I've got an Ecoair DD322 classic dessicant dehumidifier which extracts a good few litres a day in 'turbo' mode. Dessicant models work better in cooler environments than compressor types.

I am interested in these Nuaire Drimaster PIV solutions. How do they dehumidify?

 

[platypus]

Also, how do they work in a loft space thats lined/felted and not really vented?

 

[the_worrier]

Also, how do they work in a loft space thats lined/felted and not really vented?

It must be well ventilated under the eaves or it would be dripping with condensation!?

 

[Orionaut]

I am currently (Literally) running an Ebac Kompact that I got off e-bay for about £300.

It is sucking out around 12-15L/24Hrs

Clearly I have a damp issue here that needs further investigation. But the dehumidifier has improved things considerably.

Look to the bay, even if you need to get it recharged (Only costs £50 or so) second hand Industrial grade Ebacs are a very good deal.

 

[platypus]

It must be well ventilated under the eaves or it would be dripping with condensation!?

Yes, unfortunately this is the case.

I'm looking at some lapvents to see if they help.

 

[Richie]

The amount of water they initially pull out from the air is a lot as it actually pulls the water out of anything porous e.g. skirtings, door frames, walls (plaster)... I had the same thing with mine and now its down to about half a litre every couple of days...

 

[Simon42]

I use an EcoAir DD128 for drying washing in the winter and when I need to dry the air such as after a lot of water based painting/plastering etc and its great for all these purposes.

However please bear in mind that if you reduce humidity too much then its not healthy as there should be some water content in the air. I know someone that considers any water removed from the air a benefit and so run their dehumidifier far too much. This results in a house that is so dry it aggravates my breathing and gives me a sore throat after only a few hours as I've always been sensitive to poor air quality and dust.

A healthy environment is roughly 40% to 60% humidity so that's what to aim for and some dehumidifiers have sensing on certain modes to avoid reducing too far.

 

[AndyCroft1982]

We use one of these https://www.meaco.com/proddetail.php?prod=DD8LJunior it is brilliant, takes loads of moisture out of the air as well as heating the room too. Also has a clothes drying mode which helps to dry clothes on the clothes maiden within a few hours. Highly recommend

 

[Gammawolf]

I've got an Ecoair DD322 classic dessicant dehumidifier which extracts a good few litres a day in 'turbo' mode. Dessicant models work better in cooler environments than compressor types.

I am interested in these Nuaire Drimaster PIV solutions. How do they dehumidify?

They don't dehumidify, they lower relative humidity by getting you to heat cold air which they pump from the attic into your house.

 

[neil_g]

We've got a Meaco 10L for our old 30s rented house and it's been fantastic.

Kicks in and out as needed and has solved most of our condensation and damp issues.

 

[EssexBoy]

We got a Mitsubishi MJ-E26SX. The thing is a beast in laundry mode and got it at a bargain price of £150.

 

[TheFew]

I have a couple of Meacos too and they are good machines!

 

[cyber69]

I bought a Meaco for a bedroom that was getting condensation / damp issues and it resolved it no probs. I’ve also had an Ecoair make in the conservatory for quite a few years and it stops all the windows misting up in there and getting the blinds damp.

The Meaco one I bought was a 12L from the ABC range and i’d recommend it. It’s quiet in operation too.

 

[pp111]

I didn't read all the other posts, but by far and away the best thing for damp issues is to just leave windows open a tiny crack. Ventillation is the best answer. If that isn't enough then tiny trickle fans will do.