I switched to fabric bins a while back and honestly, it doesn't have to be pricey. I grabbed some cheap canvas drop cloths from the hardware store, cut them up, and used fabric glue to make my own bins—worked surprisingly well. As for those moisture bags, they're decent for small spaces but didn't do much in my bigger closets. Have you thought about adding a small vent or fan instead? Might help more long-term...
"Have you thought about adding a small vent or fan instead? Might help more long-term..."
A vent definitely helped in my old Victorian—though cutting into plaster walls was a nightmare. Curious, did you notice any difference in humidity levels after switching to fabric bins? My hair could use the help too...
A vent definitely helped in my old Victorian—though cutting into plaster walls was a nightmare.
I get why vents seem appealing, but honestly, a small dehumidifier might be easier and less invasive—especially if you're dealing with plaster walls. Fabric bins can help airflow, but they won't solve humidity completely. For hair, sadly, a silk pillowcase worked better than closet tweaks for me...
I feel your pain on the plaster walls—had a similar experience in an old bungalow I flipped last year. Thought I'd just pop in a quick vent, but ended up with chunks of plaster everywhere and a weekend-long cleanup. Dehumidifiers are definitely less messy, but they do take up space and need emptying. Curious if anyone's tried those moisture absorber bags? I've seen them around but never gave them a shot...
I've used those moisture absorber bags you're talking about in a small bathroom closet that was always damp. Honestly, they're not miracle workers, but they do help a bit. I remember opening the closet once and being surprised how much water had collected in the bottom of the bag—it looked like a mini aquarium, lol. But I wouldn't rely on them completely if the moisture issue is severe. Still, if space or budget is tight, they're worth trying out at least once.
And as for the plaster walls...ugh, I feel your frustration. Had a similar mess when we moved into our current place—every little project turned into plaster confetti everywhere. Eventually learned to tape plastic sheets over everything before touching any walls. Hang in there; it does get better after you figure out all these quirky tricks!
