Originally Posted by
RobynRaye
I have had pretty good luck getting musty/odd smells out using bounce dryer sheets. just put fabric in something you can close up like a box, a plastic tote, or even an old pillow case or sheet.
That is what I do. You can layer several dryer sheets in with the fabric. Noting comment above, I would not use a "box" (cardboard). The acid/chemicals in it are not a friend to fabric.
I use a clear tote with the 2 hinged, folding and overlapping lids. My husband drills 2 holes in the right and left sides in the center for air flow - nothing fancy...something you could stick the tip of your pinkie finger in. Plastic "outgasses" - releases fumes. I prefer it as protection from water damage. This is an issue for me in my 1948 basement work room. The fabric needs air movement to prevent mold/musty etc.
I put my dryer sheets (generic-lavender scent) single folded in tissue paper (front in back) just in case it would stain something - although it never has. I am doing this with vintage linens, so perhaps I am being overly cautious.