[Pawtucket Patriot]

Is the dehumidifier a necessity for converted freezers  Why?  Thanks.  I'm learning here.

Based on the research I did for this project, yes.  That said, I never actually "tested" the freezer for mold or condensation.  I just figured it would be best to be on the safe side, so I picked up a dehumidifier.  I will say that my basement gets pretty damp sometimes, so I don't think it will hurt to have a little insurance.

[tumarkin]

I've also experienced mold in my keggerator. Not in a basement, but inside an airconditioned home (in FL). I started using a  defumidifer granules/powder that I picked up at Home Depot. Been awhile since I used it as my freezer eventually died & haven't replaced it. I would still occasionally pull everything out of it & clean it up.

Another humidty caused issue besides mold is rust. I've seen freezer keggerators start to rust - starting with scratches, and progressing as rust is wont to do. If you see any rust starting, clean it up & paint with enamel appliance paint.