Deodorize the Trash Can
Disposing of the trash alone won’t work because a foul odor can still linger. Just use baking soda.
Deodorize Carpets
Sprinkle baking soda on your carpets and let it sit for about 10-15 minutes.
Open the windows to let fresh air circulate
This is the easiest and most natural way to get rid of the smell. This will make your home smell nice and refreshing, but the problem is that you can’t always open the windows due to weather conditions or many other reasons.
Natural Spray
You can easily make this at home. All you need is a spray bottle, distilled water, a few drops of essential oil of your choice, and a teaspoon of baking soda. Make a mixture of your favorite essential oil (5-6 drops) and baking soda and pour it into a small spray bottle. Then fill the bottle with distilled water and shake it well. Whenever you smell something or want a refreshing smell anywhere in your home, just spray it. You can even use it on upholstery, fabrics, and carpets.
Vanilla Oven Scent
Simply heat 2-3 teaspoons of vanilla extract in your oven for about 10-15 minutes or until you start to smell the scent throughout your house. It won’t be as effective as the air freshener but it works pretty well.
Clean Your Sinks
Sprinkle about 1 small cup of baking soda on the sink and then pour 2 cups of vinegar on it. Let the sink sit like this for a few minutes. Then pour 2-3 liters of hot water down the sink. Your sink will no longer smell bad.
Just like baking soda, vinegar is also an amazing cleaner and deodorizer.
Oatmeal for Your Fridge
Simply place a bowl of regular oatmeal in your refrigerator and its scent will be pleasant. Just like baking soda, oatmeal also absorbs all the foul and stinky odors in your refrigerator.
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