In days of continuous rain, keeping the house clean and damp-free becomes a real challenge. In such situations, it becomes necessary to take special care of everything. The water vapor mixed in the air during monsoons has a special effect on the furniture, especially the wooden furniture. Therefore, let’s know a few tips on how to take a little extra care of furniture during monsoons than at other times of the year.
Keep Furniture a little distance away from the walls
During the monsoon season, walls can become damp, which leads to moisture spreading to wooden furniture such as sofa sets, cupboards, and cabinets. This moisture can cause fungus or white spots on the furniture, damaging the top layer of the wood. To prevent this, it is important to keep furniture a few inches away from the walls. Additionally, it is advisable to close the windows when it starts raining to prevent the furniture from getting wet, and to open the windows and doors after the rain stops to reduce humidity inside the house.
Use a humidifier in the room
Humidifiers can be placed in a room to adjust the temperature and reduce the moisture in the air. We carefully select and admire every piece of furniture we buy, hence it is important to protect our favorite pieces from getting dirty due to excess humidity. Therefore, keep a humidifier in a convenient corner of the living room and bedroom to ensure it effectively reaches the entire room.
Use a clean dry cloth to wipe the furniture
It is important to clean your furniture regularly to prevent the dust from getting trapped in the wood. To effectively clean your furniture, be sure to use a clean, dry cloth or a soft brush to wipe it down at least once a day. This will help maintain the cleanliness and appearance of your furniture despite the challenges posed by the humid weather.
Avoid keeping wet clothes inside the house
It is a common picture to see people drying their clothes indoors due to heavy rain. When wet clothes are dried indoors, the moisture from the fabric evaporates and enters the indoor air, increasing humidity levels. This excess moisture can result in mold growth, musty odors, and harm to wooden furniture, electronic devices, and other household items. Therefore, it is best to avoid drying wet clothes inside the house and instead choose outdoor drying to maintain a healthier and drier indoor environment during the monsoon season.
Using Mothballs
During the monsoon season, the movement of insects tends to increase. It is common to experience damp weather, continuous rain, a musty feeling throughout the house, and the smell of wet clothes. To protect clothes kept in wooden cupboards, mothballs can be placed in the folds of the clothes. Additionally, you can place mothballs in various corners of the room, inside cabinets, and around the sofa set to protect the furniture from insects.
Varnishing furniture
Wooden furniture loses some of its smoothness during monsoons. So it is advisable to varnish the furniture every few years to restore its beauty. This will help the furniture look new, even if it is old. Also, if there are any dents or holes in the furniture, it will be possible to repair it.
After enduring intense heat, the rain brings a sense of serenity. However, just like in any other season, during the monsoon season, it is important to make necessary preparations to protect the furniture in the house, especially in humid weather.
