The Link Between Damp Homes and Asthma
Asthma triggers often hide in the home. Common culprits include:
- Mould spores – thrive in warm, damp spaces.
- Dust mites – love humid conditions.
- Condensation – leaves surfaces damp, encouraging mould growth.
Bathrooms are one of the biggest contributors to home dampness. Every hot shower releases litres of warm, moist air that spreads throughout the house – unless you stop it.
How Showerdome® Breaks the Cycle
Unlike extractor fans, which try to remove steam after it’s created, Showerdome® stops steam from forming in the first place. By sealing the top of your shower with a clear dome, the warm, moist air inside the shower never mixes with cooler bathroom air.
That means:
- No steam billowing into your bathroom.
- No condensation on mirrors, windows, or walls.
- Less dampness spreading through your home.
By tackling moisture at its source, Showerdome® helps create a drier, healthier environment – something every asthma sufferer can appreciate.
Benefits for Asthma-Prone Families
- Fewer asthma triggers – less mould and damp.
- Improved air quality – no steam lingering in the home.
- Less cleaning with harsh chemicals – fewer irritants in the air.
- A warmer shower experience – no draughts, so you can breathe easier.
Supporting Healthier Homes with ARFNZ
As a silver sponsor Showerdome® is proud to partner with the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation New Zealand (ARFNZ) to help create healthier, drier homes and improve the quality of life for thousands of New Zealanders. Asthma and respiratory diseases are among the leading causes of sickness and death in Aotearoa, affecting families and communities across the country. In fact, 1 in 5 New Zealanders lives with a respiratory disease, making it the third most common cause of death nationwide.
The impact extends far beyond health – respiratory illnesses cost New Zealand an estimated $8.4 billion every year in healthcare, lost productivity, and associated costs. Even more concerning, 1 in 8 children suffer from asthma, often triggered or worsened by damp and mouldy living conditions.
By reducing steam and condensation in bathrooms, Showerdome® helps prevent moisture build-up that can contribute to mould and poor indoor air quality – two key factors that aggravate asthma and other respiratory conditions. Together with ARFNZ, we’re committed to raising awareness about the importance of moisture control and supporting healthier homes for all New Zealanders.
A Simple Upgrade for a Healthier Home
Showerdome® isn’t a medical treatment for asthma – but it can make a noticeable difference in reducing dampness, mould, and the triggers that make asthma worse. For families looking to improve their home environment, it’s a small upgrade with big benefits.
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