While salt is an excellent moisture absorber, it’s not the only one. You might also consider:
- Crumpled newspaper: Cheap and absorbent, though not very long-lasting.
- Charcoal briquettes: Good for odor control but can be messy.
- Silica gel packets: Found in packaging — very effective, but not always easy to come by in bulk.
- Baking soda: Great for odors, slightly less effective than salt for moisture control.
Salt hits the sweet spot — it’s affordable, highly effective, and widely available.
