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Re: Help! Mildew "infection"
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lugnet.storage
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Mon, 24 Apr 2000 01:37:03 GMT
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In lugnet.storage, Tim Rueger writes:
> In lugnet.storage, Sheree Rosenkrantz writes:
> >
> > Tim Rueger <rueger@io.com> wrote in message news:FtEDEK.GIE@lugnet.com...
> > > In the course of acquiring sets from
> > > other Lego fans, I've discovered that
> > > my Lego closet has started to smell of
> > > mildew from said acquired boxes.
> > >
> > > I've removed the questionable boxes from
> > > the closet, but is there any good way to
> > > get rid of the residual odor?
> >
> > The least fun, but most reliable way to get rid of mildew odor is to empty
> > the closet and wash the walls, floor, ceiling and shelves with Lysol
> > (using the concentrate, mix 2 1/2 tbsps. to 1 gallon warm water). Rinse
> > with clear clean water after washing. Let the closet area dry completely
> > and air out. I would be tempted to zap it with a hot hair dryer to insure
> > no moisture remains, before refilling the closet.
> [...]
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> Ok, that'll handle the mildewy stuff in the closet
> itself, but I have a sinking feeling that the rest
> of my Lego boxes also will start to smell of mildew.
> Is there any good way to fix that? (If there is,
> I can clean up new acquisitions before putting them
> in the closet.)
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> Thanks again,
> -Tim
Get them out of the cardboard boxes, and store them in those large rubbermaid
(or other) storage containers. Sizes may vary, but they are best for your
bricks. If you don't plan on accessing them immediately, seal them with
packing tape. Mine stored for three and a half years in an attic with zero
age or damage this way.
That was as long as I could stand to be parted from me hoard.
Best wishes,
Aaron (maniac@vol.com)
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| (...) [...] Ok, that'll handle the mildewy stuff in the closet itself, but I have a sinking feeling that the rest of my Lego boxes also will start to smell of mildew. Is there any good way to fix that? (If there is, I can clean up new acquisitions (...) (25 years ago, 24-Apr-00, to lugnet.storage)
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