A few smart fixes are all it takes to freshen things up.

Musty smells in a basement are not just unpleasant if you intend to convert it to a family room – but if you use it for storage and laundry too. But how do you get rid of musty basement smells? It ...

It can be unpleasant when you have a musty smell coming from your basement. However, this is a common problem in many homes due to the dark, warm, and damp conditions. Unfortunately, these are the ...

Everybody knows the smell: When you pop the lid of your storage containers on this season's clothing and that musty, faintly plastic smell is the first thing that hits your nose. It's not the nicest ...

Add a cleaning product, such as distilled white vinegar, bleach, hydrogen peroxide, or a dedicated washing machine cleanser. Run another long, hot wash cycle without any cleaning products. Running ...

Q: How do I cure, not mask, smells that linger in a home from cooking and just living? A: Have you ever opened the door to a house for sale and been overpowered by the scent of an air freshener? It’s ...

HOUSTON (KTRK) -- The washing machine is one of the hardest working appliances in your home. Load after load - it takes a beating. But what you don't see after all those washes is the buildup of mold, ...

Q. I have a beautiful antique hutch with a wooden cabinet below and a marble top and glass case above. It was in storage and unused for more than 10 years. Now that it’s in my home, its mildew smells ...

While a musty smell in the basement might seem normal, it can often be a sign of a more serious problem, like hidden moisture or mold. Before it turns into a bigger issue, it’s important to identify ...