It's okay if you don't have "Dehumidifier"! Tips to remove moisture in the house
Sep 19, 2025
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High humidity can cause not only mold, but also bacterial reproduction, worsening allergies, and damage to furniture and clothing. In addition, exposure to a humid environment for a long time increases fatigue, decreases concentration, and has a bad effect on respiratory health. If there is no dehumidifier, it is easy to leave it helpless, but in fact, humidity can be effectively controlled with just a small practice in daily life. This lifestyle is more meaningful in that you can keep your house comfortable without incurring a lot of costs.
1. Making a habit of ventilation
The most basic way to reduce moisture is ventilation. If air is circulated by opening the window for more than 10 minutes or two times a day, indoor humidity naturally decreases. In particular, ventilation is effective when it is sunny after the rain clears. However, care should be taken because external moisture may come in during rain, which may have adverse effects. Short ventilation habits in the morning and evening alone can significantly reduce fungal development.
2. Using newspapers and charcoal
Newspapers are surprisingly good dehumidifying tools because of their excellent moisture absorption properties. Crumpled in a closet or shoe rack can reduce moisture and smell at the same time. Charcoal is also effective in absorbing moisture in the air and eliminating unpleasant odors. In particular, charcoal is eco-friendly and economical because it can be used semi-permanently. Just placing charcoal throughout the house and in corner spaces makes the air fresher.
3. Using baking soda and dehumidifying agents in the market
Baking soda is widely used as a natural dehumidifying agent and deodorizing agent. If you put it in a small container or bowl and put it in a closet, shoe rack, or bathroom, it catches moisture and smell together. If there is no baking soda, it is also a good way to use dehumidifying agents sold on the market. Dehumidifying agents are inexpensive, easy to use, and easy to manage as they are marked with the time of replacement.
4. Changing how to dry laundry
When you dry the laundry indoors, the humidity rises sharply. If possible, it is ideal to hang it in a windy place such as a veranda or window. When used with a fan, drying time can be shortened and moisture generation can be reduced. In addition, collecting laundry and washing it at once can reduce drying time and is effective in moisture management. It is better to dry the laundry during the day as much as possible.
5. Taking care of indoor plants
Plants have an air purification effect, but they also increase humidity because they contain moisture at the same time. In particular, excessive soil can cause mold or bugs. In late summer and early autumn, the number of watering should be reduced and the condition of the soil should be checked from time to time. Growing plants that are easy to manage water, such as succulents and herbs, can reduce moisture problems and add freshness to your home.
6. Checking furniture arrangements
If the furniture in the house is in close contact with the wall, there is no ventilation, so it is easy for moisture to accumulate. Setting a distance of 5 to 10 cm between the wall and furniture can facilitate air circulation and prevent mold development. In particular, it is better not to attach it to the wall for large furniture such as cabinets and bookshelves. It is a small difference, but changing the furniture arrangement has a great effect on the humidity management of the entire house.
7. Keeping floors and corners clean
Cleaning the floor is also important during the humid season. After mopping, you must dry it completely through the wind, and be careful not to leave any moisture in the corners or gaps. Bathrooms or veranda floors should be cleaned and dried frequently, especially since they are prone to moisture. Mold and odors can be fundamentally prevented when a clean environment is maintained.
Even without a dehumidifier, you can catch enough moisture by using only small tips in your daily life such as ventilation, newspapers, charcoal, baking soda, laundry drying, plant care, and furniture arrangement. The difference in small habits is key to preventing mold development and keeping the indoor air fresh.
Humidity is difficult to see, but it is a factor directly related to health, so more careful management is needed. If you keep practicing in your life, you can feel the air in your house has changed at some point. From today, let's practice one by one and make a pleasant house without worrying about mold and smell. A small change of habit will eventually bring great satisfaction.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
