Keeping wardrobes, bedrooms, and smaller spaces fresh (and mould-free) doesn’t have to be a full-time job. With the right mix of prevention and quick hacks, you can easily stop musty smells and mould from creeping in.
Here are 3 go-to ways to keep things fresh, without wasting your time:
Keeping wardrobes, bedrooms, and smaller spaces fresh (and mould-free) doesn’t have to be a full-time job. With the right mix of prevention and quick hacks, you can easily stop musty smells and mould from creeping in.
Here are 3 go-to ways to keep things fresh, without wasting your time:
Ventilation & Air Flow
The Basics:
- Open Windows – Let that fresh air in! Regularly airing out rooms keeps moisture and smells from settling in.
- Use Fans – Fans assist to move air around, especially in stuffy spots like wardrobes or corners where air tends to stagnate.
Fast Fixes:
- Air Purifiers – Small portable ones with HEPA filters are great for filtering out odours, dust and allergens.
- Exhaust Fans – Already have one? Use it. Don’t? Consider installing one in rooms that get humid – like bathrooms, kitchen or laundry areas.
Humidity Control
The Basics:
- Dehumidifiers (Room) – Total game changer for damp areas. Keeps humidity levels low and mould in check.
- Dampp Chaser Storage Dehumidifiers (Wardrobe) – Specifically made for small, enclosed spaces. Perfect for wardrobes or tight spots where moisture builds up.
- Big Bag of Rocks Zeolite – Double up on moisture control. Use Big Bag of Zeolite Rocks for bigger moisture-absorbing power. Divide the bag up and use smaller amount packs in drawers or storage containers.
Fast Fixes:
- Quick-Dry Fabrics – Opt for natural, breathable fabrics like cotton, silk and hemp for bedding and clothing. Assists cut down on that stale, musty feel.
- Big Bag of Rocks Zeolite + Activated Charcoal Bags – These pull in both moisture and odours. Low effort, big results.
Odour Neutralisers
The Basics:
- Baking Soda – Pop an open box in wardrobes or drawers to absorb smells.
- Essential Oils – Use natural oils like lavender, eucalyptus, tea tree, clove or thieves blend on cotton wool balls or cotton material. They smell amazing and have antimicrobial benefits.
Fast Fixes:
- DIY Linen Spray – Mix water, a splash of vodka or witch hazel, and a few drops of your fave essential oil (think lavender, clove, citrus or thieves). Lightly spritz on hard surfaces or into the air for an instant refresh—no harsh chemicals needed.
- Citrus Peels – Toss some into a sachet for a natural, refreshing scent that helps combat musty odours.
- Clean Regularly – Dust and dirt = mould magnets. Keep surfaces tidy.
- Store Smart – Overpacking leads to stale air. Let things breathe and stay organized.
- Let the Sun In – Sunlight naturally kills off mould spores and bacteria – plus it just feels good.
With these easy strategies, you’ll keep your space feeling fresh and clean—without spending all day on it.
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HOW TO
How to test indoor air accurately
It’s important to learn how to test indoor air quality and do it at least once a week to make sure the air you breathe is pleasant, and to keep your health level in check.
When ventilation levels are low, contaminants survive in the air for longer periods. Occupants may be exposed to dangerous contaminants, such as dust mites and mould.
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Towards healthier living, Carol Parr ♥
Our passion comes from pure necessity that we can all live natural and healthy lives, we can all contribute to human wellbeing and preservation and determine the future health of our children and their environment tomorrow.
As a result of working with us, women and their families thrive, work places and their personnel prosper, mouldy / chemical / electrical sensitive occupants heal. They’re healthier, they’re alert, they’re happier, more relaxed, more productive, and enjoying life.
Together we bring about healthy indoor environments and create rooms that provide calmness, healthy sleep, relaxation and restored energy for you and your family, create workplaces that provide ideal personnel attendance and elevated productivity.
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References
CDC. 2017. Facts about Mold and Dampness (Online). Available: https://www.cdc.gov/mold/dampness_facts.htm [April 10, 2018]
Mold Survivor, 2001. Human health effects of indoor mycotoxin exposure in fungi – contaminated indoor environments. (Online). Available: http://www.mold-survivor.com/mycotoxinsfungi.html [November 10, 2015]
Shoemaker, R.2010, Surviving Mold. Otter Bay Books. USA
Shoemaker, R. (n.d.). Lab Tests for Mold Illness – Secrets of Surviving Mold. [online] Survivingmold.com. Available at: https://www.survivingmold.com/diagnosis/lab-tests [Accessed 16 Sep. 2019].
US EPA. 2012. A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home (Online). Available: https://www.epa.gov/mold/brief-guide-mold-moisture-and-your-home [September 10, 2015]
You can find a list of IICRC Certified Mould remediators by following the link below. Look for a remediator with the following Certifications:
- Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
- Water Damage Restoration Technician http://www.iicrc.org/locate-a-certified-professional
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Mold
- National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences – Mold
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) – Mold
