Camper "nose" condensation

[Kayteg1]

Due the house sale we have to stay in the camper in winter and condensation is huge problem.
Bathroom window and slide windows do have internal gutters, that fill up with water and we have to sponge it on daily basis, but the biggest problem is the nose, where condensation from front window drips down behind the matters, getting our pillow wet and mildew growing.
Occasionally I lift the mattress (it is upgraded, heavy sucker) and stick heater under for drying, but I am trying to figure out a way to keep the matters not sliding under the window.
We do have about 5" clearance on the bed, but with normal movements the mattress slides and the pillow will go against dripping window.
Ideal would be plastic cage, wedge shaped that would lift the end of the mattress and keep air circulation under it, but such don't exist.
I am thinking about buying 6" or bigger drainage pipe and drill big holes in it for good air flow.
Any other ideas?

[Wardster]

I use the Hypervent beneath the entire mattress to allow for air to circulate under there. This is a proven method for dealing with condensation issues in that and other areas. When the three of us are in the TC, we use a dehumidifier to take care of moisture if we have shore power or we crack a window.

[Kayteg1]

GeoBoy wrote:
For under the mattress use HyperVent. Go to defender.com for the best price and quick service.

That is what I was looking for. Thanks.
Sold by a foot, so double length will make nice quote, but I need it only on pillow side.

[GeoBoy]

For under the mattress use HyperVent. Go to defender.com for the best price and quick service.

[Wardster]

x2 on the dehumidifier.

[RickW]

Kayteg1 wrote:
At this point I am thinking about buying one of those and fit it under the window. Actually I might use 2 of 4" dia pipes bolted vertically to match the mattress thickness. In extreme situation computer fan mounted on the end should help.
Maybe I also will get 2 or 3 pipes in 3/4" dia and drill similar holes, to fit it under end of the mattress. That will add ventilation directly under the "wet" end and give us raise in pillows area as well.
Obviously for full winterizing -covering the window with insulation will be the must, but I don't plan to go that far/cold.
What you guys think?

I think you have a great idea there.

[jimh406]

I'm not sure why you wouldn't want to use the solution that Buzzcut1 suggested instead of working around your problem.

BTW, I used reflectix in cold weather as well and have no issues with condensation. I put mine in the window at night and roll up and put in a light nylon bag for during the day. It also minimizes the time that the furnace runs and makes the TC more comfortable.

[Kayteg1]

At this point I am thinking about buying one of those and fit it under the window. Actually I might use 2 of 4" dia pipes bolted vertically to match the mattress thickness. In extreme situation computer fan mounted on the end should help.
Maybe I also will get 2 or 3 pipes in 3/4" dia and drill similar holes, to fit it under end of the mattress. That will add ventilation directly under the "wet" end and give us raise in pillows area as well.
Obviously for full winterizing -covering the window with insulation will be the must, but I don't plan to go that far/cold.
What you guys think?

[billyray50]

I purchased a product dry mesh I few years back for a Previous TC that corrected any condensation under mattress even in hot days with the AC running but could not find a distributor now in the US so I used a 4 x 8 pink 1" foam board from home depot under mattress helps tremendously but venting is really the key. I used reflectix on thermos pane windows and condensation still was an issue without venting with when using campers propane furnace. Hyper vent material I read also works good for rvs and boats but is expensive.

[ticki2]

A couple of angle brackets screwed to the floor will stop the mattress from sliding against the window , use nails if it is carpeted . Don't let the blankets fill the gap , it needs air circulation . A small computer fan will also help . Insulate the window . It's all about the dew point .

[RickW]

I can't visualize exactly what you want, but you can get a 4 inch diameter perforated drain pipe for a few bucks. One or two pieces should space the mattress away from the wall.

[Buzzcut1]

home depot, get a $10 roll of reflectix some double sided velcro and a pair of scissors. cut to fit and stick in place, fast easy and cheap plus it works.

[Joe417]

We have a couple of what we call swim noodles in front of the mattress. That keeps it from sliding forward against the front wall.

They cost a couple of dollars at Walmart. And you can cut them to any length you want.

[AnEv942]

Maybe couple of layers foiled bubble wrap, reflextix as mentioned. Most hardwares sell by the foot, easy inexpensive non permanent, all you'd need is some scissors and tape.

Our nose window, air just doesnt move around it, everything else can be bone dry and waters running down it. It has an inner channel, was always going to insert a piece of plexiglass to see if it'd help-just never have.

Spacer- something like foam pool noodles to keep mattress away from wall?

[Rubiranch]

Kayteg1 wrote:
getting our pillow wet

Am I the only one who sleeps with their feet by the window and my head towards the door?

I like the dehumidifier idea myself.

It just seems best to eliminate the problem rather than to just cover it up.