Dessicants for mildew and mold prevention while up north
I am interested in hearing what strategies the northern migratory Villagers use to try to combat mildew and mold while up north for the summer months. I already have a humidistat, and will set thermostat for 80F, and humidistat for 60. I have had discussions with others suggesting the use of desiccants (charcoal, other products), in closets where the air might not flow well enough to otherwise keep it at bay.
Ideas? Specific products? Sources? Thanks |
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We keep the AC at 80 and the humidity under 50 and all has been fine for 2 years.
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Set thermostat on 80F, humidity we stay around 60 %
( my attic fans are controlled by measuring outside/inside humidity differential and attic temperature) |
This wasn't intended to be a thread about what settings to use for temp and humidity. I am asking about desiccants to augment that, and what products folks use.
Thanks again. |
Since 2010 kept 80/60. But every year anything plastic became brittle. Combs, brushes, hair dryer, sunglasses. First 3 not a big deal, but sunglasses cost was big $$$.
In October put in a new system, mentioned the issues. Had us set at 78/60. Installer said cost is minimum, and should help with less brittle sunglasses. So far cost is only a few dollars difference per month more than the last 10 years. |
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6 yrs snowbird, gone June thru December. Set temp 81 all ceiling fans on low, all closet doors open. Also have home watch twice a month to check on thing and turn on water run everything, flush toilets turn water off. Never any problems.
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I also put Damp Rid hanging bags in closets & their tubs in shower bathtub & laundry tub
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A friend tells me he's used kitty litter in closets that don't get much air flow and this product in photo. Says it works.
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Mold and Mildew Prevention
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Set you AC on 80. No need for anything else.
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