RainX Anti-fog Any good

[944fan]

I get a lot of condensation on my windscreen (I think due to the fact the car only does short journeys). It is a pain wiping it away, particluarly as the demister pad seems to leave loads of streaks which the headlights of other cars then reflect off.

Is the RainX Anti fog stuff any good?

[Jonboy_t]

Never tried anti-fog stuff, but the water repellent stuff for the outside of the windscreen is fantastic! If that's any measure, the interior stuff would definitely sort you out!

[tr7v8]

They support Brake, so I'd use an alternate product that doesn't. Oh & tell Rain X why you didn't buy their product :thumbsup:

[Negative Creep]

Never managed to get any of the anti mist stuff to work

[jmorgan]

Worked a treat for me. Needs cleaning off on a regular basis though. This is the stuff that goes on the inside.

[XG332]

It does work and if you have any left, do the bathroom mirror too.
Have you tried to get the moisture out?
I used a tray of cat litter in my car after a few changes it is nice and clear all of the time.

[RacingPete]

Works well on the inside of my race helmet... but that is the only place I have tried it (though I know a few who use it on their bathroom mirrors too with great effect)

[JD]

OP, if you are having major misting problems, nip along to B&Q and get a little disposable dehumidifier


Used to have a lot of misting problems in a previous car, but used to stick one of these in when it was parked up, and it cleared the problem up a treat!

[LeeThr]

RacingPete said:

Works well on the inside of my race helmet... but that is the only place I have tried it (though I know a few who use it on their bathroom mirrors too with great effect)

So if i see someone coming along on a bike with a very clear race helmet visor that appears to be chocking on fumes i know its you

[Davidonly]

Watch out for Rain-X. I believe they sponsor the anticar zealots at BRAKE....check it out before you buy (ther similar products are available).

[Flintstone]

tr7v8 said:

They support Brake, so I'd use an alternate product that doesn't. Oh & tell Rain X why you didn't buy their product :thumbsup:

Yup. Although they won't even acknowledge your letter or email.

[tr7v8]

Flintstone said:

tr7v8 said:

They support Brake, so I'd use an alternate product that doesn't. Oh & tell Rain X why you didn't buy their product :thumbsup:

Yup. Although they won't even acknowledge your letter or email.

Nope neither did the other companies that I contacted like confused.com

[thenortherner]

I bought some sachets of moisture absorbing crystals last week from B&Q and left one in the rear footwell. Really seems to have helped. The packet recommends their use in cars too, and each sachet lasts 4 weeks. The pack was about six quid from memory.

[wildman0609]

i had doubts about the anti fog stuff but it really works. i put it on 5 race cars at a very wet silverstone, it was very obvious where i had missed bits. make sure you get good coverage and apply it several times.

[spaceship]

wildman0609 said:

i had doubts about the anti fog stuff but it really works. i put it on 5 race cars at a very wet silverstone, it was very obvious where i had missed bits. make sure you get good coverage and apply it several times.

Yeah, I think that is the secret - several applications, allowing it to dry each time. I've used it before and it does work but it is a pig to apply in order to get a nice even coating.

[Rouleur]

It works in my car too, but preparation is critical - you have to get the screen spotless first and as mentioned apply it thoroughly. Watch out when you squeeze the bottle as loads comes out!

What are the alternative products?

[codework]

It's already been mentioned but I find it helps to leave a pack of Silica Gel in the back.

[944fan]

Thanks chaps. Think I will look for an alternative product to RainX and get some silica gel.