Wild how much difference airflow and moisture control make, right? I swapped to louvered doors too, but didn’t even think about what might be lurking behind the baseboards… now I’m wondering if I should check mine. If you ever redo insulation, there are some eco-friendly options out there that resist mold way better than the old stuff. And yeah, humidity and frizz are definitely linked—my plants and my hair both thank me when I run the dehumidifier.
Title: My Battle With Moldy Closets And Frizzy Hair
“didn’t even think about what might be lurking behind the baseboards… now I’m wondering if I should check mine.”
- Definitely worth checking behind those baseboards—hidden moisture can be a real culprit for mold, especially in older homes.
- Good call on louvered doors. Airflow is underrated in closet design.
- If you’re considering insulation upgrades, mineral wool is a solid choice. It’s naturally resistant to mold and doesn’t absorb water like fiberglass can.
- Dehumidifiers are a game changer, but make sure you size it right for your space. Too small and it won’t keep up, too big and you’re wasting energy.
- Funny how these fixes help both the house and your hair… never thought about that connection until now.
You’re definitely on the right track with all this. Small changes add up fast.
I get the mineral wool suggestion, but honestly, I’ve had mixed results with it in humid climates. It’s great for mold resistance, but if your closet walls are already trapping moisture, sometimes it just masks the problem instead of fixing it. I’ve seen better luck with vapor barriers and making sure there’s a gap for air to move behind the shelves. And about dehumidifiers—sometimes just running a fan on a timer does the trick, especially if you’re not dealing with a basement-level swamp. Just my two cents from a few too many closet makeovers...
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had the opposite experience with mineral wool in humid spots. It’s not just about mold resistance—if you pair it with a smart air gap and breathable paint, it can really help regulate moisture.
“sometimes it just masks the problem instead of fixing it”
I hear you, but in my last place (super muggy summers), mineral wool plus a small solar-powered vent fan kept my closet dry and my sweaters mold-free. Vapor barriers are great, but if you go too airtight, sometimes you end up with condensation issues. Just depends on the setup, I guess.
That’s actually reassuring to hear. I’ve been reading up on mineral wool and was worried it might just trap moisture, but your setup with the vent fan makes sense. I’m still figuring out the right balance between sealing things up and letting them breathe... seems like there’s a lot of trial and error involved. Guess every house has its own quirks.
