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tlukasavige172
Explorer
Jan 06, 2014

Does a Vented RV Furnace Add Moisture To The Air?

I'm wondering if your common furnace that you find on an RV that is vented to the outside adds moisture or condensation to the air compared to an airtronic type heater like a Webasto or Espar? I'm cam...
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rhagfo
Explorer III
Jan 06, 2014
12thgenusa wrote:
Has nothing to do with the type of heat. It is the warm, moist air (caused by living, breathing people, and showering and cooking) coming in contact with any cold surface (windows, poorly insulated walls, roof vents). You don't see it when it is warmer outside because there are no surfaces below the dew point of the air unless you have a cold drink sitting on the table.


That covers it so to cut down on condensation don't, bathe, cook or breathe inside the RV! :)

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