Drying surfaces and using squeegees or fans right after showers keeps moisture from lingering. Leaving the door open or using moisture absorbers helps if ventilation is limited. Exhaust fans or ...

If your porch is starting to smell like mildew and mold, use baking soda and a broom to freshen up the space. Here's how to ...

There’s nothing worse than reaching for a clean bath towel post-shower, only to notice that it has a musty, mildewy smell. It’s not a problem you hear about often, but it happens in more homes than ...

We’ve all been there—you walk into a room and a familiar but unpleasant scent hits your nose. It’s that old musty smell you might associate with basements or thrift stores, but definitely don’t want ...

If you notice a lingering stench after a round of deep cleaning your bathroom, then there's reason to believe that the thing responsible for the odor is hiding in plain sight. Unpleasant smells that ...

Rainy weather can lead to swampy smells and dank dungeon vibes. Especially in rainier months, older homes and even newer ones can encounter some moisture problems. Here’s what you can do to fix them.

The gurgling of a household sink working in concert with the stench of sewage, home inspector Rob Byrne ran the water. Something was wrong. He checked the main house trap. Byrne smelled the fumes — ...

Drying clothes indoors can be a nightmare in winter. I put five popular indoor drying methods to the test to find out which ...

The tumble dryer was the only method that completely eradicated musty odours. Clothes emerged properly dry, warm and ready to ...