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 ...

Reducing humidity in your closet keeps clothes fresh and prevents musty odors from spreading to other areas. Proper ventilation in closets, such as using a fan and open doors, helps prevent mold and ...

Smelly clothes are a friend to no one, but on the flip side, they are a sign of a life well-lived. Whether it’s perfume from date night, bonfire smoke or sweat from a night of dancing, scent leaves a ...

Q. I have an old dresser with a musty smell that I can’t get rid of. Do you have any suggestions for freshening it up? A. It’s so exciting to find a lovely old dresser at an antiques shop or flea ...

There’s nothing worse than reaching for a clean bath towel post-shower, only to notice that it has a musty, mildewy smell. It’s not a problem you hear about often, but it happens in more homes than ...

Q We visited our daughter recently, and she said that our clothing smelled musty. Could this come from our house? If so, how do we know if our house is moldy? A It's more likely to be what's happening ...

Is there a funky smell in your car, especially when the air conditioner or heater is on? If it smells musty-say, like a sweaty sock-the car care experts at Consumer Reports have some easy ways to ...

To remove musty smell from clothes, run through the washer three times: with vinegar, baking soda, and enzyme detergent. Always store your clothes clean and dry, and roll it up instead of folding. If ...