Just had an accident last night trunk flooded...
12-03-14, 12:56 PM
#16
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Does anyone know if its a good idea to buy a bunch of Damprid or everdry desiccant products to dry out my trunk? Will this work better than a dehumidifier?
12-03-14, 01:17 PM
#17
Lexus Test Driver
I would use a dehumidifier if you have a garage where it can be done in a closed area (in lieu of a carport or outside in the elements). If you have a restoration company (e.g. Servo) or a commercial rental company nearby, you can probably rent one. I believe The Home Depot also rents dehumidifiers.
The warmer the ambient temperature is, the better a dehumidifier will work to draw out the moisture. Heat (dry heat) and air movement, along with some means to draw-out/remove moisture, is your friend. It is imperative to make absolutely sure that the carpets, mats and liners are completely dry - otherwise it is guaranteed that you will have mold growth and a bad damp, musty smell that will be a permanent aspect (condition) of your car. That is NOT good! The thicker the material that needs to be dried, the more difficult it will be to dry out. Time is also important - the sooner the drying process can start the better chance you'll have. If it goes too long before the carpets, mats, liners are dried completely, you'll likely have to replace the wet/damp/molded materials with new...and that won't be cheap.
A wood/lumber drying kiln (that I suggested last night) is a wonderful place to remove moisture from the carpet, mats, liner. Call some local lumber companies and ask where the nearest kiln drying location is to you.
PS - You may want to talk with your automobile insurance representative/agent about this event to see what he/she thinks. They have have some past experience and can provide a good source or suggestion.
The warmer the ambient temperature is, the better a dehumidifier will work to draw out the moisture. Heat (dry heat) and air movement, along with some means to draw-out/remove moisture, is your friend. It is imperative to make absolutely sure that the carpets, mats and liners are completely dry - otherwise it is guaranteed that you will have mold growth and a bad damp, musty smell that will be a permanent aspect (condition) of your car. That is NOT good! The thicker the material that needs to be dried, the more difficult it will be to dry out. Time is also important - the sooner the drying process can start the better chance you'll have. If it goes too long before the carpets, mats, liners are dried completely, you'll likely have to replace the wet/damp/molded materials with new...and that won't be cheap.
A wood/lumber drying kiln (that I suggested last night) is a wonderful place to remove moisture from the carpet, mats, liner. Call some local lumber companies and ask where the nearest kiln drying location is to you.
PS - You may want to talk with your automobile insurance representative/agent about this event to see what he/she thinks. They have have some past experience and can provide a good source or suggestion.
Last edited by bclexus; 12-03-14 at 01:57 PM.
12-03-14, 02:39 PM
#18
Lexus Test Driver
Man all of the customizations I've done to my car it can easily hit $500+ of labor charge at the dealer.
12-03-14, 05:53 PM
#19
You are better off just getting like a 10lb sack of rice and using that.
and just leave a fan running over it.
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