Is there something that can deal with moisture in boxes in the attic?

Question

I'm about to lug some stuff into the attic but I'm wondering if there are items I can purchase that I can toss into boxes to prevent moisture build-up over time?

Answer 1

While some of the things mentioned by other answerers will solve a moisture problem in the short term, long term storage is another matter altogether. Attics in northern climates tend to be more friendly to contents since the hot humid summers tend to be short. Attics in the south tend to be humid for a much longer period of time and will accelerate the growth of mold and mildew. Best advice is to avoid storing valuable fabric or paper items in your attic for long periods of time. The same goes for upholstered furniture.

Good luck with your attic storage problems.

Answer 2

Silica gel and baking soda are good ideas, but also go buy some big plastic tubs from wal mart and toss the cardboard boxes. The cardboard is like a big sponge just itching to suck up moisture.

Answer 3

you need silica gel. it is actually the crystals that come in the little white packets that say "do not swallow." You can find silica gel at any craft store- it is cheapest if you buy the bulk kind that is used to dry flowers and make your own fabric pouches for it. If you are using plastic boxes you can tape around the box lids to keep any new moisture out.

Answer 4

TWO BOXES OF BAKING SODA NOT ONLY WILL IT ABSORB EXCESSIVE MOISTURE IT WILL ELIMINATE ANY ODORS. REMEMBER EVERYTHING NEEDS SOME MOISTURE OTHERWISE YOU MAY END UP WITH AN ATTIC FILLED WITH TINDER THAT WILL CAUSE EVEN THE TINIEST SPARK THAT MAY OCCUER TURN INTO A RAGING INFERNO

Answer 5

selica gel would help. But remember to "dehydrate" (in a very warm oven) it every few months.

Answer 6

do you have ventalation,or someone said to use salt.