Mould in wardrobes and on clothes: how to save your clothing
Quick answer
Mould in wardrobes is caused by trapped humid air, poor circulation and cold external walls behind the unit. Air the wardrobe, wash or dry-clean affected clothes promptly, pull the unit off the wall, and reduce room humidity to stop it returning.
Why wardrobes grow mould
A wardrobe is a sealed box, often packed full and pushed against an external wall. Air can't circulate, humidity gets trapped, and the back panel sits against a cold surface where condensation forms. Add slightly damp clothes and you've created ideal mould conditions.
Saving your clothes
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Act quickly. Take everything out and check it. Washable items can usually be saved with a hot wash (check labels); delicate or heavily affected pieces may need dry cleaning or, sadly, discarding. Never put damp clothes back — moisture is what started this.
Fixing the wardrobe
Clean and treat the interior, especially the back panel and base. Then address why it happened: pull the wardrobe a few centimetres off the wall so air can move behind it, don't overpack it, and keep the room ventilated. This is the same problem as mould on furniture generally.
If it keeps happening
Persistent wardrobe mould usually means the room itself is too humid or the wall behind is affected. Reduce room humidity and check the wall — if it's damp, it needs mould treatment or professional mould removal. An mould inspection tells you whether it's just airflow or a wall problem.
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Frequently asked questions
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