"Because let's face it, even the best DIY sealing job won't fully tame bathroom humidity hair."
Haha, isn't that the truth? Curious though, have you tried a small dehumidifier in your closet area? I had a similar mold-meets-frizz situation in my old apartment, and honestly, a compact dehumidifier was a game changer. It didn't completely eliminate frizz (does anything?), but it definitely made mornings less of a battle... might be worth a shot?
"It didn't completely eliminate frizz (does anything?), but it definitely made mornings less of a battle..."
Haha, relatable! I second the dehumidifier suggestion. Had one in my last place, and while it didn't exactly give me shampoo-commercial hair, it did cut down on the moldy smell and dampness. Also, tossing a few moisture absorbers (those little silica packs) in drawers or shelves helped a bit too... every little bit counts when you're fighting humidity hair and mold monsters.
Haha, the silica packs are a good call—I always save those from shoe boxes and electronics packaging. But speaking of historic homes, has anyone else noticed that older closets seem to trap humidity way worse than newer ones? I swear my 1920s closet is like a mini rainforest some mornings... is it just poor ventilation or something about the materials they used back then? Curious if anyone's found a good workaround for that.
Older homes definitely have their quirks, and humidity-prone closets are a common one. It's usually a combo of limited airflow and outdated wall materials that absorb moisture easily. I dealt with something similar in my 1940s bungalow—ended up installing a small vent near the bottom of the closet door and placing a cheap rechargeable mini-dehumidifier inside. Worked surprisingly well, and it didn't break the bank either. Might be worth a try if silica packs alone aren't cutting it...
Your solution sounds pretty solid, especially the vent idea—airflow is usually the main culprit. Did you notice any change in room temperature after adding the vent? I've been hesitant about cutting into doors, but if it doesn't affect heating or cooling much, I might reconsider. Anyway, good to hear you found a budget-friendly fix...humidity issues can be such a headache, especially in older places.
