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Old 10-22-2012, 01:13 PM   #1493
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Is there a solution, aside from replacing the windows in my house, to preventing frost from forming on the windows during winter? I have used the plastic shrink wrap before successfully, but I was hoping there was maybe something a bit less ungainly to apply.

My window frames aren't very conducive to the tape, since the molding is kind of a discontinuous pattern that makes it difficult to apply. Plus the venetian blinds make it a big pain too.

Reduce the humidity and open the blinds.

We have a circulation fan that pretty much does the trick, plus obvious things like having the fan on in the bathroom when you shower.

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Would keeping the temperature up during the whole day make a difference? We have it programmed to go down to 16 while we're not at home, and then back up to 20 before we get home.
Unless the temp is high enough that is brings the temp of the window panes above the dew point, I can't see it helping much.

If you can't keep the humidity down, then I am guessing you would need to look at windows with a better R rating, but I have zero idea if that would be enough to have a serious impact.
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