Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
Lifestyle
Lucianne Tonti

Break the mould: how to prevent mildew on clothes and accessories in high humidity

Humidity poses a threat to our bags, clothes and shoes causing mould and mildew
Humidity poses a threat to our bags, clothes and shoes causing mould and mildew. Photograph: Norasit Kaewsai/Getty Images/iStockphoto

Last week I visited a friend in Sydney and over four days we drove up the coast to Yamba, stopping to eat, sleep and swim along the way. The La Niña weather was warm, overcast and very humid, so nothing dried easily. Not our towels. Not our swimsuits. Not our t-shirts. Anything left on the floor of the car in between towns developed a musty smell.

When we got back to his apartment in North Bondi it was the first time I noticed (and was grateful for) his dehumidifier. Unfortunately, humidity poses a threat to our bags, clothes and shoes – here’s how to mitigate it.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.