Place bowl of 59p ingredient near window to banish condensation for good

As the temperatures continue to drop, many homes across the UK are battling with condensation.

It's a familiar annoyance - you wake up, draw back the curtains and your windows are dripping with moisture. The worry of how to eliminate it is something many face on chilly mornings.

Condensation emerges due to warm, moist air hitting cooler surfaces, resulting in moisture on windows, walls and even mirrors. While it might seem like a ceaseless issue, there's talk of a simple one-ingredient solution circulating online.

A viral TikTok hack suggests that bicarbonate of soda could be the answer to banishing condensation for good. The online tip recommends placing a bowl of bicarbonate near the problem spot and letting it work its magic by drawing in the dampness, and leaving behind sparkling windows.

And it's not just an online fad, as the the trick actually works. In fact, it's recommended as one of the best ways to rid condensation. Humidity in your home can make your house feel a little sticky, and could actually damage your walls and furniture if you don't treat it.

Dehumidifiers are the quickest way to solve the problem, and you can also ventilate your house. But there are easy changes you can make around the property to aid the issue too, and one of them is by using baking soda.

By placing bowls of it near the affected areas, it will help to absorb moisture and dehumidify your house. It's super simple to do, and you can get your hands on some for as little as 59p in some supermarkets.

Put it into bowls, and cover them all with a thin cloth. Every now and again make sure you check on it, as you'll have to replace it if it starts to cake together.

This DIY remedy has caught the attention of many, with videos racking up