GETTING RID OF A MUSTY ODOR

Getting Rid of A Musty Odor

Tip from a reader in answer to a question about getting rid of a musty odor:

"In the past, I have wrapped needlework pieces in white cotton toweling and placed them in the freezer for several hours up to several weeks to remove odors of all kinds, from attic mustiness to smoke. I wonder if this would work for books."

It might be a good system for some textiles and even printed paper, but be very careful not to let any ice or water touch the piece. Perhaps using a sealable plastic bag would be safer.