An expert shares how you’re able to get rid of the unwelcome odor.

Erin Laine is the owner ofResurrect Wood Refinishingin Edgewood, Florida.

Why Do My Cabinets Smell Musty?

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Surprisingly, the age of a cabinet isn’t what might cause a musty smell.

“The age of the cabinets has little to no effect on smell,” explains Laine.

“If wood is completely dry, it shouldn’t hold a noticeable odor.”

Tips for Removing the Smell

There are a few steps you gotta tackle this issue.

The first step is to look for any moisture inside the cabinets.

“Nine times out of ten, there is moisture coming from somewhere.”

“If there is no active mold, first I would suggest getting some dry air forced inside.”

This could take a few days, and you should ensure to leave the cabinets open.

“This can be used over days to weeks.”