dehumidifying eggs / traps

ian103

looking for any feed back on the above type of dehumidifier for use in a cupboard / under the bed. I need about 6 number so want to avoid disposable types. this is an idea from amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/Twin-Pack-Reusable-Dehumidifier-Egg/dp/607454543X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1352916920&sr=8-1

Leif

ian103 wrote: »

looking for any feed back on the above type of dehumidifier for use in a cupboard / under the bed. I need about 6 number so want to avoid disposable types. this is an idea from amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/Twin-Pack-Reusable-Dehumidifier-Egg/dp/607454543X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1352916920&sr=8-1

I bet they contain silica gel. An alternative is to buy a large bag of silica gel. Make sure you get the indicating type which changes colour when it needs to be reactivated by heating in the oven.

ian103

are you suggesting something like:- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Silica-Gel-Dessicant-Granules-Beads-Self-Indicating-Loose-Multilisting-/140688372885?pt=UK_Packaging_Materials&var=&hash=item66749c8ed4

and then just pour it into suitable containers?

tony6403

I have tried this type of thing. A walnut to crack a sledgehammer.
I eventually bought an Ebac dehumidifier which has vastly reduced all moisture problems.

ian103

weve already got the dehumidifier, these were additional moisture traps in cupboards / inside the divan base etc - moisture largely under control, this was as an extra precaution / safeguard so looking for a cheap solution / option.

anotherbaldrick

Jf you are set on the eggs why not deal with http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/REUSABLE-PORTABLE-MOISTURE-ABSORBING-DEHUMIDIFIER-EGG-TWIN-PACK-/270983233528

ian103

not set on eggs, just looking for something thats rechargable rather than disposable as its the money saving option

dampdaveski

Try these
http://www.dampexpert.com/products/dehumidifiers/mini-dehumidifier.html

Got to be honest I don't like them and think they are a bit of a gimmick

My preferred solutions are to control the condensation problem to the full property with controlled ventilation
BUT if you have a very localised problem they might do some good

DD

olias

Bowls of salt?

Olias

Leif

ian103 wrote: »

are you suggesting something like:- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Silica-Gel-Dessicant-Granules-Beads-Self-Indicating-Loose-Multilisting-/140688372885?pt=UK_Packaging_Materials&var=&hash=item66749c8ed4

and then just pour it into suitable containers?

Yes. I use silica gel that comes with computers to protect my camera and lenses. You can buy it in porous sacks, so no need for a container, just put the sack of gel in the cupboard.

Suzy_M

We've been using these in the fitted wardrobes in our spare room for a few years http://www.lakeland.co.uk/21538/Moisture-Trap

Probably a bit bulky for your purposes but they are very effective (or rather the crystals are), easily drained and are refillable.