I also started leaving the door cracked open when I could.
Cutting a vent made a bigger difference for us too. Old houses just seem to trap every bit of moisture, and those tubs only go so far. I used to forget about them for weeks, then find them all gross and overflowing... not exactly helping the vibe in there.
Leaving the closet door cracked works, though it does make things look a bit messier. Still, like you said, stacking up a few tweaks does more than any one thing on its own. I even tried putting a small fan in the hallway near the closet for a while—didn’t expect much, but it actually helped a bit with airflow.
Funny enough, I noticed my hair wasn’t as puffy either once the closet stopped being a mini rainforest. Maybe it’s just the general humidity dropping in the room? Either way, I’ll take it. Still thinking about trying one of those rechargeable dehumidifiers, but for now, vents and cracked doors seem to do the trick.
Cutting in a vent is a solid move—sometimes those little things make the biggest impact, especially in these old houses where airflow just wasn’t a design priority. I’ve seen people get pretty creative with closet airflow, but honestly, just cracking the door and adding a fan already puts you way ahead of the game. Ever notice if the vent made any difference to the rest of the room, or just the closet? I’m always curious how much that kind of tweak shifts the overall humidity levels. The hair thing makes sense too... less trapped moisture, fewer frizz days. Rechargeable dehumidifiers are handy, but they can be a bit underpowered for bigger spaces. For now, sounds like you’re on the right track—sometimes it’s all about stacking up those small wins.
Cutting in a vent made a bigger difference than I expected, honestly. In my old place, I did something similar—just a small vent at the top of the closet door. It didn’t totally fix the humidity in the whole room, but it definitely helped keep that musty smell out of my clothes. The rest of the room felt a bit less stuffy too, though maybe that’s just wishful thinking. I agree on those rechargeable dehumidifiers—they’re fine for a linen closet, but anything bigger and they’re just not up to it. Sometimes it’s all about stacking up those little improvements and seeing what sticks.
Funny how something as simple as a vent can make such a noticeable difference. I’ve seen folks spend a fortune on fancy closet systems, but sometimes it’s just about letting the air move a bit. That musty smell is stubborn, though—I’ve had clients swear by bowls of baking soda or even those little charcoal bags, but honestly, nothing beats better airflow.
Sometimes it’s all about stacking up those little improvements and seeing what sticks.
Couldn’t agree more. In my last apartment, I tried everything short of tearing out the drywall. Ended up drilling a couple of discreet holes near the ceiling and it actually helped more than any gadget I bought. Those rechargeable dehumidifiers are cute, but yeah, they’re basically just for show in anything bigger than a shoebox.
It’s always a bit of trial and error. Sometimes you get lucky with a quick fix, other times it’s a whole saga. At least you’re making progress—every little tweak helps, even if it doesn’t feel like a total win right away.
- Totally with you on the airflow—sometimes it’s the old-school fixes that actually work.
- I’ve tried those charcoal bags too. They sorta help, but honestly, nothing beats just letting things breathe.
- In my place (built 1920s), it’s a constant battle. Sometimes I wonder if these old houses are just determined to stay musty.
- Every little change adds up, even if it doesn’t feel like it right away. Keep at it... progress is still progress.
