There are many commodities in the market that are specially used for moistureproof and mildewproof, such as Kechaoling and other small commodities, which can be placed in many places at home. There are also general ways, such as lighting candles to remove moisture and using household appliances to remove moisture.

this issue introduces many methods that can be used in the current season, both foreign and native, and can be done in combination with your own situation.

In the Huangmei season, mildew and moisture prevention must be considered in home life. Our life experts in HOLA Special House will introduce several ways to use moisture and mildew prevention at home.

moisture-proof single product

● moisture-absorbing king/Ke Chaoling

moisture-absorbing king/Ke Chaoling, as the name implies, are moisture-absorbing masters. They can be placed in various closets, wardrobes, shoe cabinets and even pianos, and they can be placed everywhere.

everything made of wood and cotton is most afraid of moisture, and even audio-visual products, paintings, cultural relics, documents and files can't be affected by moisture for a long time. The most suitable environment for mold growth is humid environment. Things that have been wet for a long time are prone to mildew. Therefore, putting these small objects in it can not only prevent moisture and damp, but also prevent mold. Some products also have the effects of preventing insects and increasing natural fragrance, which is an indispensable small object for moisture-proof life at home.

shopping essentials: many absorbent boxes and bags look similar in size and volume, but their prices are different. At this time, attention should be paid, because calcium chloride or water-absorbent resin plays a major role in absorbent products, and its content directly affects the amount of water-absorbent content, so when buying, you must pay attention to the content of calcium chloride or water-absorbent resin, the milliliter of water-absorbent content and the size of applicable space indicated on the package. In addition, it should be noted that chemicals such as calcium chloride are toxic, and these products should be kept out of the reach of children to prevent them from being eaten by mistake.

● Long carbon

is a very useful moisture-proof product. Beichang charcoal is known as a natural green moisture-proof and odor-removing product. Its moisture-proof principle is mainly to absorb odor, release negative ions, adjust humidity and improve the damp and moldy situation of various closets through its porous characteristics.

Some products are also combined with deodorizing elements of coniferous plants to swallow, neutralize and decompose odors. These products are natural and multi-effect environmental protection products.

essentials of purchasing:

At present, the spare charcoal on the market has different uses and shapes, some are used for dehumidification and insect resistance of rice boxes, some are used for deodorization and dehumidification of shoes, and some are used for dehumidification of wardrobes. You can choose suitable items according to your own needs.

● Candles

can not only beautify the living room, but also be a practical damp-proof helper. Almost all candles have a certain moisture removal function, but this is easily overlooked, because candles are more of a lighting function in people's minds.

There are many functional candles in the market, such as scented candles, jelly candles, floating candles, tealight, table candles and so on.

If the room is too humid, lighting candles can also reduce the indoor air humidity. The principle is very simple, so that the water vapor cannot condense, thus reducing the indoor humidity.

In addition, if there is a musty smell at home, you can choose an aromatherapy candle containing natural plant fragrance essential oil, which can not only dry the air, but also remove the musty smell in the room.

how to use it: before lighting the candle, please remove the outer package, and avoid flammable materials and places where children or pets can reach. It is recommended to put it on a candlestick or candle tray to ensure safety and keep the furniture surface clean.

Trim the wick to 1.5-1.7 cm before each ignition, so that no black smoke will be generated when burning. Do not place it in the windward, so as not to burn the candle obliquely to the edge of the candle and form unsightly candle liquid or candle drops;

If you don't have a candle extinguisher when you put out the candle, you can put your forefinger in front of the candle, and when you blow, the airflow will bypass your finger and put out the fire from both sides of the candle, which is easier than eating it directly.

if wax oil drips on furniture, the candle block can be melted with an iron and then absorbed clean, so as not to scratch the surface of furniture. if wax oil drips on the carpet, it can be spread with kraft paper and lightly ironed with an iron, and then it can be removed smoothly.

Before putting a candle into a candle cup or candlestick, add a small amount of water into the cup, which will make it easier to replace the candle and avoid damaging the candlestick.

When the candle is burning, adding a little salt particles beside the wick can make the candle more beautiful and prolong the burning time;

Fragrant candles can use the candle principle to burn off the odor first, and then disperse the aromatic molecules into the air. However, fragrant candles are not suitable for catering, because the fragrance of food may be masked.

avoid lighting candles without fragrance at the same time in the same space; It is recommended to stop burning candles every 2-3 hours.

Moisture-proof of household appliances

● When it comes to airflow fans to remove moisture, some people may disagree. In fact, through the rotation of the fan, the indoor air circulation can be driven, and the effect of moisture removal can be achieved. Especially for those who choose to decorate in Huangmei season, the airflow fan is definitely a good helper with excellent price and great function. Whether it is to help the wall paint dry quickly, or to dehumidify and deodorize the decoration paint of furniture and wood floors, it is helpful.

purchase tip: the airflow fan on the market currently has a 361-degree rotation, and the negative ion refreshing function controlled by computer with digital speed regulation has better dehumidification and odor removal effect.

● How strong is the dehumidifying effect of air conditioner/dehumidifier? People who often work in air-conditioned rooms must know that in addition to using air conditioners to dehumidify, special dehumidifiers can also be used to dehumidify. It is difficult to dry clothes in Huangmei season, and it is easy to smell musty. The powerful dehumidifier has the function of drying clothes, which can effectively remove moisture from the kitchen, clothes drying place and bathroom and keep the room dry.

tips for purchasing: the amount of moisture extracted, the capacity of water tank and the drainage system are the hardware indicators of the dehumidifier. When purchasing, you should pay attention to whether the product has the function of intelligently adjusting humidity, what the drainage system is like, whether there is a protective cover, how many levels of wind speed can be adjusted, whether there is a visible water level, whether the air filter can be replaced, etc.

in addition, if the dehumidifier is used to dehumidify different rooms, it is recommended to buy products with pulleys or handles to facilitate movement.

moistureproof and dehumidifying tips:

● Close the window in the morning and evening. The most important period of moistureproof is in the morning and evening every day. The air humidity during these two periods is higher than that at noon. If the doors and windows are not closed in time, the water vapor will seriously penetrate into every corner of the home.

● In rainy days, close the doors and windows facing south or southeast (i.e. upwind direction), and only open the doors and windows facing downwind direction, so as to reduce water vapor from entering the room. When the weather clears, all doors and windows can be opened to accelerate the evaporation of water;

● If you feel that the doors and windows are closed so that the indoor air cannot circulate, it is recommended to open the window for ventilation for a short time at noon;

● Lime is an adsorbent, and 1 kg of quicklime can adsorb about 1.3 kg of water in the air. In rainy days, quicklime can be wrapped in cloth or sacks and placed indoors to keep the indoor air dry.

● Sofas, carpets, quilts, pillows and even plush toys are easy to get wet. For fabric sofas and carpets, it is necessary to regularly remove the dust on their surfaces, and if necessary, gently blow them with a hair dryer to help dispel the moisture. As soon as the weather clears up, we should seize the opportunity to put the wet home decorations in the sun to bask in;

● It is best to wipe the wrought iron furniture with clean water or a mild detergent. In case of wet weather, it is best to clean it with a dry rag.

if it is solid wood furniture, it should be coated with a special cleaner and gently wiped.

in addition, there is a good way to damp-proof wooden furniture, that is, stick some absorbent paper or plastic paper on the surface of wooden furniture. For leather sofas, you can put some desiccant properly to keep dry;

● For families undergoing renovation, you can put some charcoal and camphor wood blocks under the paved floor. Charcoal has the function of moisture absorption, which can keep the floor dry and not easy to deform, while camphor wood has the function of anti-moth. Putting some camphor wood in a proper amount can effectively prevent the floor from being eaten by insects.