condensation

[Jasper]

I recently spent a weeks vacation in my pop up in washington, where it rained constantly for 5 days.  Although we were able to stay dry in the trailer, and there were no visible leaks, the canvas had a lot of condensation, and droplets were falling as we were asleep.  If anyone has any suggestions on how to eliminate this condensation effect, it would be greatly appreciated.


Sincerely,

Cold and damp, but still camping in Toronto!

[kathybrj]

Ventilation is the name of the game. Leave some flaps open in the bunk ends and anywhere else. They don't have to be opened a lot.

We always keep flaps a bit open when we sleep and when the furnace is running. If not, you'll have a self-induced rain storm on your hands.

Use bunk end fans also if you can. They help with the circualtion of the air.

[Tim5055]

Kathy hit the nail on the head!  Ventilation and circualtion are the keys to reducing condensation.

Depending on the temperature and humidity, this can be a common occurrence.

The breath you exhale is heavy with moisture and it is this moisture that is condensing on the underside of the tenting due to a temperature difference between the moist air and the tenting.

Simple solutions include opening a window slightly to allow an exchange of air and a small fan to move the air around inside the pop up.

[topcat7736]

Yep, it doesn't matter what the humidity is outside the trailer, it's always more humid inside. So, keep the windows open & fans going.

[tlhdoc]

I agree with everyone else.  Fresh moving air is the cure.

[jp.cherokee]

I agree with everyone else.  Fresh moving air is the cure.

Can you recommend ventilation fans that will not drain the battery?
Thanks,

[Mentol1]

I found some great fans here that shouldn't drain your batteries at all.  

http://www.printglobe.com/Products/ProductList~categoryid~8086~_plist~7_8083.asp