10-point guide to heritage humidity control

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20 August 2025
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Condair, a leading specialist in humidity control, has published a comprehensive 10-point guide to managing humidity in museums, galleries, archives and heritage buildings.

This practical and accessible guide outlines the key challenges of humidity control in heritage environments and offers clear advice on how to monitor and manage it effectively for long-term preservation. It is specifically designed for museum managers, curators, facility managers and consultants working in the heritage sector.

Dave Marshall-George, UK & Ireland Sales Director, said: “Humidity control plays an essential role in the preservation of our nation’s cultural and historical assets. Curators, conservators and facility managers across the UK’s 2,500 museums and galleries, face the complex task of reducing energy use while maintaining strict environmental conditions. This free guide offers practical solutions to help meet the sector’s sustainability goals, while also safeguarding diverse and often delicate collections.

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“Compiled by experts with experience in hundreds, if not thousands, of heritage humidity control projects, this guide identifies the 10 most critical considerations for effective humidity management in heritage environments.”

The guide is available as a free download from Condair’s website