De-humidificationization

[Wardy]

Has anyone any experience of running a de-humidifier on their boat to try and alleviate some of the dreaded moisture? Does it help?
Are there any 12v units available and if so do they compare to their 240v counterparts? Or is it better to run one through an inverter?

More silly questions, I know! but I do like my new word and I felt i had to use it up!

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[chrisb]

i leave my boat afloat,connected to mains with a standard domestic unit. works well smells fresh and no mold.i live close and am able to empty machine regularly.i set it at 75%. i also use agreenhouse heater with thermostat for cold weather

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[moodycruiser]

We live aboard and run a de-humidifier during the night in the saloon, and during the day in the aft cabin with the heads door open (after swmbos' shower).
suprising how much water gets collected, probably 2 litres per day.
(240v and only when alongside - haven't got a 12v one and generally wouldn't bother anyway)
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[Marsupial]

I use a domestic unit, take the container out and stand it in the galley sink and leave it there throughout the winter. Try to get one with a "humidity stat" otherwise things can get too dry.

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[AndyL]

12 volt De-humidifier

We have a small one, about the size of a shoebox, which is good if you are living aboard. (You may need to empty it frequently.) It extracts up to 380ml/day and can run off 12v or mains. Hasn't reached our website yet, so pm me if interested.
Cheers, Andy

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[chrisb]

try the duogen web site for 12v/240 v model

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[mocruising]

We have a normal household unit as they are cheaper to buy. Its 240 v and we run a hose through a sea cock in the winter and a green house heater as dehumidifiers don't work if the temp falls below about 15 degrees C. Its run on the main on a time clock. But remember if you run one close the boat up tight and block off the Dorade vents.

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