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Dry home systems & products

A dry, well-ventilated home is a healthy home. Sort out stale air with a ventilation system, or remove moisture with a dehumidifier and our other tips and tricks.

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Product tests and reviews

Ventilation systems

Ventilation systems
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Dehumidifiers
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Karcher KV 4 Cordless Vibrating Wiper and WV 6 Plus Window Vac.

Review: Karcher’s latest cordless window-cleaning tools

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First Look: Karcher Window Vacuum WV2 Plus

Advice

Why dehumidifier claims are unrealistic

The latest cold snap has resulted in scores of Kiwis dragging their dehumidifiers out of storage to battle the winter damp, but do they live up to their lofty claims?

Dehumidifiers and condensation control

How to control condensation, and ways to improve condensation problems.

Moisture in the home

If you aren’t already thinking about getting your home warm and healthy for winter, now’s the time to start.

Combating dampness

A damp home is hard to heat and can make you and your children sick.

Dampness and ventilation in rentals

Dampness is a problem in many rentals. Here's how you can minimise it.

Positive pressure systems

Here's what you need to know about positive pressure systems.

Balanced pressure systems

What you need to know about balanced pressure ventilation systems.

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