The clothes smell really bad even though thoroughly aired before putting into wardrobe. How can we stop this?
2006-12-07 04:44:19 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
get some damp crystals like the ones for caravans etc and put them in the bottom of the wardrobe its more likely that there is a problem and if possible air the wardrobe or put an air brick in the wall out side wall or vent holes if you can and this should reduce the problem a quick answer is also to get some bicarb of soda put it in a dish and put that in the wardrobe this will work for a small while the crystals are the best way (keep an eye on the crystals if its damp they will get wet )
2006-12-07 04:50:05 · answer #1 · answered by julie t 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You may have mould in between the wardrobes and the wall. There are companies that come and test your house for mould "hotspots"--though of course that costs money.
I don't know if it would be feasible for you to "unhitch" a fitted wardrobe from its moorings, to see if there is mould on the inside of the wall behind it.
An old Spanish "grandma remedy" says you should bring a large cup of milk to the simmer and then put in the empty wardrobe and close the doors; leave for about 8 hrs. I don't know if this will work but it's worth a try.
2006-12-07 04:54:04 · answer #2 · answered by anna 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bounce, Febreeze, and the like are all bad ideas for health reasons. They also do NOTHING to address the real problem.
Is the back wall damp or musty? Any whitish powderish stuff on it? The source *could* be damp in the wall, from a leaking roof or such. Long-term, that should be taken care of -- some forms of mould can be very damaging to your health. Short-term, leave the door open for a week or so to see if that helps -- if it does, consider installing ventilation in the door or a side wall.
I've started turning my jeans, woolens and other heavy clothing inside out for a few hours before I put them away. That's definitely helped with mine.
2006-12-07 05:22:42 · answer #3 · answered by The angels have the phone box. 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This generally happens because the outside wall is cold. Between the back of your wardrobe or cupboards and the wall is a gap of about 1 inch - this little space gets cold and can get damp - try to look at way of getting air into the gap to keep it circulating, this could mean small holes in either the side of the cupboard at the back ot the actual back itself. If you think about it before hand you can do sometging discreet or disguise it.
Also, put a pot pouiri bag or something in there, dont want people thinking you are smelly! ;-)
2006-12-07 04:56:41 · answer #4 · answered by max 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you can get them damp crystals,they work,also try lavender,its a lovely smell there is a clever little device what you use in caravan,go to ebay and copy and paste all below,it will cost £6.99
NEW Moisture / Damp Absorber 1kg Dry Bag CARAVAN CAMPER
2006-12-07 06:09:48 · answer #5 · answered by nigel the builder 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Line it with cedar chip board paneling … consider a dehumidifier or Damp Rid.. you can get it and a hardware store or retail dept store like “whatever”- mart…
2006-12-07 05:45:45 · answer #6 · answered by string1dm 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
wash your clothes - lol - just kidding!
Try Febreeze, it gets rid of nasty smells on clothes and fabrics, or perhaps check in the pockets of all the clothes in case something has been left in there that is starting to smell!
2006-12-07 04:47:09 · answer #7 · answered by Miss Tickle 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Insulate the inside of wall.Outside walls are always cold.
2006-12-07 06:54:14 · answer #8 · answered by Ollie 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try and leave the doors open to let the air get into it.
2006-12-07 04:52:10 · answer #9 · answered by purplerachi 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
put some bounce tumble drier sheets it there. it keeps the clothes smelling fresh
2006-12-07 04:47:04 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋