Wire shelves are decent, but honestly, I've found wooden slats or cedar planks work wonders too. Cedar naturally resists mold and gives your closet a nice fresh scent—bonus points for that. Had a client once whose closet was basically a rainforest...we swapped out particleboard shelves for cedar, added some ventilation holes, and it made a huge difference. Agree on the humidity meter though; cheap and effective.
As for frizzy hair, can't say I've cracked that code either. My hair's usually hidden under a baseball cap anyway—occupational hazard of remodeling dust and paint splatters, lol.
Cedar shelves definitely help, but ventilation is key. Had a similar issue in an older apartment—closet was basically a mold incubator. I swapped out the existing solid shelves for cedar slats, but honestly, the biggest improvement came when I installed a small vent fan at the top corner of the closet. Wired it to a timer switch outside the door so it ran a couple times a day. Mold disappeared for good after that.
As for frizzy hair... humidity wins every time. I've tried all kinds of products and methods, but nothing really sticks. My current strategy is just accepting defeat and calling it "volume" instead of frizz, lol.
Your vent fan solution is spot-on—older homes often lack proper airflow, and mold thrives in stagnant air. I've had success with a similar setup. As for frizz, embracing it as "volume" is probably the healthiest approach... humidity always wins eventually.
Have you checked if your closets are insulated properly? Older homes sometimes skimp on insulation in interior walls, and that can make closets colder than the rest of the house—perfect conditions for mold. I've seen a few cases where adding some insulation or even just sealing gaps around doors made a noticeable difference. Also, curious if you've tried moisture absorbers like DampRid or silica gel packs? They're pretty cheap and easy to toss in corners or shelves.
As for frizz... yeah, humidity is relentless. But have you experimented with leave-in conditioners or anti-humidity sprays? My sister swears by them during summer months. Might not completely tame it, but could help turn "volume" into something a bit more manageable.
Good points about insulation—honestly hadn't thought of that angle. I've been using DampRid for a while now, and it does help somewhat, though not a complete fix. Might give sealing gaps a try next... seems straightforward enough. Thanks for the tips!
