The humidity in the air can be responsible for mold which can affect the respiratory tract. You can make a scented absorber yourself that can dry up the water present in the atmosphere. This home trick will give a delicate scent to your home.

High humidity in your home can cause a musty or musty smell inside. To fight against this phenomenon, there is a trick to dry the water contained in the air. A home-made absorber will give your rooms a subtle smell.

It is possible to fight against ambient humidity with a home dehumidifier

Humidity in the house impacts air quality and is often the cause of bad odors. It is possible to sanitize the atmosphere of a house that is too humid without investing in a dehumidifier. For this, there is a formidable trick to fight against this phenomenon which can cause respiratory problems. The latter is  often due to temperature changes or a lack of wall insulation  which can manifest itself in blackish or greenish mould. To purify indoor air, this simple and economical method requires only ingredients within reach of the kitchen. To top it all off, this DIY moisture absorber scents your home in no time.

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Humidity problem – Source: spm

What ingredients do you need to combat high humidity?

To purify the surrounding air and prevent the appearance of mould , the ingredients to make this formidable absorber are at your fingertips. If you want to reduce the humidity, you will need to bring two glass jars with lids, 3 tea bags, your favorite essential oil, some scraps of fabric  but above all 500 grams of coarse salt , a formidable ingredient for drying out of a room.

coarse salt purifier

Coarse salt, a natural air purifier – Source: spm

To capture the humidity and purify the ambient air, you will have to start by washing and drying your jars, which you will fill with 250 grams of coarse salt each. Cut the top off your tea bags and pour the inside over your containers. You can also soak the mineral in your favorite essential oil. Then, close your jars with the scraps of fabric and the lid. After shaking them,  place them in the refrigerator for three days . All you have to do is put them in the dampest rooms of your house. For a decorative touch, you can decorate your containers with paint. Replace contents every two weeks for best effectiveness. This trick is formidable  to absorb the humidity of the house durably  while perfuming it!

dehumidify the air

Dehumidify the air at home – Source: spm

There is another trick to combat the humidity in your home

Beyond the jar technique, there is another way to make a System D dehumidifier.  This home-made object is perfect for combating the humidity  present in your interior while providing a pleasant fragrance.

To make a scented moisture absorber in no time, you will need a linen bag and ingredients to dry the air effectively: rice or silica gel and an essential oil of your choice. Tea tree essential oil is an effective ingredient in cleaning the atmosphere and  eliminating fungi and bacteria present in the air.

To protect against humidity, fill your cloth bag with the absorbent ingredient of your choice and the essential oil of your choice. Tie the container with a cord  and place it in the most humid rooms. In addition to perfuming your interior, it allows you to enjoy healthy air and  prevent the appearance of mould.  It is recommended to replace the contents of this container every two weeks.

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Very effective trick to absorb humidity in the house – Source: spm

How to use these bags to adopt for wet rooms?

These scented sachets are ideal for furniture that tends to accumulate moisture such as wardrobes or chests of drawers. Simply place them near your clothes to scent them and purify the air. You can also use these D-system moisture absorbers in the area where you fold your sheets or towels. These absorbent bags are also perfect for your car in winter. In this case,  it is recommended to use silica gel , which is more absorbent than rice. You will see that by using this trick, the fog appears less on your windows. A formidable technique to fight against condensation.

anti-humidity technique

Anti-humidity technique – Source: spm

One thing is certain: whether it’s a jar or a small linen bag, you can make a D-system air dehumidifier yourself! These have a great absorption capacity and will help you subtly scent your home. Magic, right?