Rock Salt. The most popular DIY dehumidifier is the one that works the best—rock salt. Rock salt naturally absorbs moisture out of the air, making it a great choice to use as a dehumidifier.
Calcium chloride is an amazing choice from high humidity areas like kitchens, basements, closets and more. Often sold in a bucket, it has the ability to attract several times its own weight in water and will dissolve into brine if the air is humidity and temperature is high enough.
The answer is that a dehumidifier is better than Damprid in an RV. There are two primary reasons for this. The first is that in order for any dehumidifier to work you need some air flow. Damprid creates no air flow but a dehumidifier does.
A moisture absorber will help to reduce the excess moisture, thus making the air more pleasant to breathe. Another benefit of a moisture absorber is that they help protect your belongings against the effects of moisture.
"While DampRid is nowhere near as rapid or effective as a good dehumidifier, it almost works the same as a poor-performing dehumidifier," says Chris. We know you want the dry details, so you can read how DampRid fared in a mild 65% humidity test against all the currently available dehumidifiers in our review.
Now you can eliminate odors and moisture with DampRid Refillable Moisture Absorbers. DampRid works like a dehumidifier that doesn't need electricity. This is a convenient, effective way to absorb excess moisture in the air that can cause stale, musty odors.
DampRid advertises the FG50T has being a “Hi-Capacity” moisture absorber but consider the fact that it can only remove several ounces of moisture over a period of several weeks and months. Even the lowest capacity compressor based dehumidifier (a 30 pint dehumidifier) can remove over 400 ounces of moisture per day.
DampRid goes to work instantly, attracting and trapping excess moisture out of the air.
Mix baking soda and water into a paste, put on some gloves and scrub tiles, walls and surfaces free of mould. You can also try a hydrogen peroxide and water mixture.
Place baking soda around your home.
Baking soda absorbs moisture, so it can help dehumidify your house. As a bonus, it's very cheap. Pour it into bowls, and cover them each with a thin cloth. Put them in various rooms around your house.
These are really great at getting rid of musty air caused from poor plumbing, old house odors, and bed accidents that have evaporated and filled the rooms & halls during the night.
DampRid attracts and traps excess moisture. DampRid is cost-effective, non-toxic, all-natural, and very easy to use. DampRid Max moisture absorber offers 35% more moisture absorbing power.
DampRid crystals work immediately to absorb excess moisture from the air. The crystals harden and form a solid mass. Then they begin to dissolve and liquid will begin to drip into the bottom chamber. It may take a few days before liquid begins to drip.
Moisture absorber in tubs or bags don't move the air and can only absorb water in the air around them. What's the difference? A dehumidifier moves the air by sucking it into the machine, removing the water, then pushing the dry air back out. Dehumidifiers dry larger areas faster and better.
Rock salt is highly effective for dehumidifying. Rock salt or NaCl is a hygroscopic material, meaning it both draws and stores water and works much like an electric humidifier. It's natural, non-toxic, cheap, easy to find, and easy to work with—not to mention, no electricity is needed!
Tub. Attracts & traps excess moisture in large spaces up to 1,000 sq. ft.
Active Ingredient: Calcium Chloride - 78%, Other Ingredients: 22%, Total: 100%.
This material is classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations. OSHA Regulatory Status: ACUTE INHALATION, SKIN CONTACT, EYE CONTACT: May cause irritation. INGESTION: May cause nausea.
While the active ingredient will need to be replaced every 45 days or so depending on your humidity levels, the container will likely last for several years.
How long will this product control moisture? The Refillable Moisture Absorber provides up to 45 days of moisture control, depending on temperature and conditions.
DampRid's Odor Eliminator products don't just mask odors, they eliminate them by breaking up their molecular structure. And DampRid can help protect your home against moisture damage, solving many mold, mildew and odor problems. With DampRid, Home life gets easier; indoor air quality gets healthier.