Prevent mould and damp in your home with German method that's 'basically free'

People are discovering a simple German trick, as recommended by the UK's consumer champion Which? for swiftly eliminating dampness and mould.

Taking to social media, Which? shared an Instagram video illustrating the 'Stoßlüften' method—a technique that involves flinging open all your windows for five minutes twice daily. 'Stoß' in German means 'shock,' and 'lüften' signifies 'ventilation'; hence, the process is dubbed shock ventilation—an easy, quick, and cost-effective solution for combatting domestic mould.

In the informative reel on Instagram, a Which?, representative showcasing Stoßlüften advised: "Have you got a damp house? Well this is what the Germans would do about it and it's basically free.

"Some ways of conquering damp can be expensive or require a fair bit of DIY. Germans have a great habit that anyone can get into: Stoßlüften, literally shock ventilation.

"Wrap up warm, run around the house and open all your windows wide for five minutes twice a day. Yes, even in the freezing cold! "

The spokesperson elaborated, saying: "The warm, damp air in your home will quickly get replaced with cold, dry air. When you're sealed back up again the temperature should quickly get back to comfortable but now the moisture in the air is banished and won't be condensing in damp patches on your walls and windows."

The Instagram caption exclaimed: "This simple German hack will help you tackle damp and mould without spending a penny." The reel posted on the platform has garnered 3.5 million views, secured 37,000 likes and attracted nearly 1,000 comments, sparking robust discussions among users.

One user remarked: "What great advice. I have a German/Dutch brother in law and a very good German friend and they always sleep with