How to Deal with Dampness and Musty Smell in the Car?

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JaxonFitz
07/24/25 12:57am
Here are specific methods to address dampness and musty smell in the car: 1. Perfume Method: Changing to a fresh bottle of perfume can bring a good mood. This method is more suitable when the odor in the car is not very severe. Sprinkling a little perfume or placing a bottle of perfume in the car can not only reduce the odor but also create a romantic feeling. 2. Bamboo Charcoal Method: Bamboo charcoal has strong adsorption power, capable of absorbing moisture, chlorides, sulfides, formaldehyde, and other harmful substances, as well as deodorizing and purifying air and water. Placing several bags in the car is an excellent deodorizing product. Additionally, bamboo charcoal has a bidirectional moisture-regulating effect, helping to maintain humidity balance in the car.
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