1. Limit moisture from entering the home
Close your windows and doors on busy days, especially the southeast wind reception door - the place that brings the most moisture into your home.
Use thick curtains or glass doors to limit the humidity entering the inside.
Pass a moisture-absorbing mat at the entrance to limit water from the outside following people into the house.
2. Using natural dehumidifiers
Firewood or activated charcoal: Place in a corner of the house, bedside table, wardrobe to absorb moisture.
Salt, lime or baking soda: Place in a small cup to absorb steam, especially in the bathroom and kitchen.
Old newspaper: Place under shoe shelves, wardrobe to absorb moisture better.
3. Sanitize and disinfect household appliances
It contains moisture that creates conditions for bacteria and mold to grow, so it is necessary to regularly clean the surfaces of furniture, desks, chairs, and door handles with disinfectant solution (70-degree alcohol or specialized solution).
Wash kitchen appliances such as bowls, chopsticks, knives, and scissors with hot water and dry them to avoid mold.
Wash your clothes immediately when dirty, use a dryer or dry in a room with a fan to avoid mold.
4. Adjusting house cleaning methods
Do not clean the house too many times with water because it will keep the floor wet longer, increasing the humidity in the room. If you need to mop, you should use a dry crate or a mop that is sprinkled with water.
Use a dry towel to dry the floor to remove the stagnant moisture.
turn on the fan in the kitchen and bathroom to help the air circulate, reducing humidity.
5. Using a dehumidifier
Moisturizer: This is the most effective method to control indoor humidity, protect health and prevent mold.
turn on the Dry mode air conditioner: If there is no humidifier, you can use air conditioners to reduce humidity in the air.
Using a fan or ventilator helps the air circulate, avoiding moisture in the corners of the room.
6. Protect electronic devices from damp muzzles
Do not continuously withdraw the plugs of electronic devices, because when turned off the power source, moisture can easily penetrate the internal components.
Place the de humidifier packaging on devices such as electrical cabinets, laptop cabinets, cameras to avoid steam from damaging the components.
Occasionally turn the device on to help the heat from the machine dry the moisture inside.
7. Other important notes during the mud season
Do not dry outdoor clothes on bad days, dry in a closed room with a fan or use a dryer to avoid mold.
Do not turn on the fan when it is too humid because the fan can cause the steam to spread, making the house even more humid.
Regularly check corners of the walls, bed sheets, and wardrobes to detect and handle mold early.
Use natural essential oils (such as lemongrass, cajuput) to create a pleasant aroma and fight mold in the home.
By implementing the above measures synchronously, you can minimize the impact of dampenings, protect the health of the whole family and keep the belongings in the best condition.
