I was struggling with high humidity and mold in my basement bedroom before trying this affordable $40 dehumidifier from Amazon

A white bedroom with a double bed and sentimental items displayed on a shelf above the bed.

Living at home, I'm lucky enough to enjoy a spacious double bedroom with an en suite. The only problem? It's in the basement.

When we added the basement after moving into our home, the idea of an extra bedroom with an en suite bathroom was, of course, an attractive option. But, since then, dealing with humidity and subsequent mold has been an ongoing battle.