Looking to add the perfect final touch to your shiny, clean house? Prevent bad odors and fill it with a wonderful aroma! However, you’ll want to skip store-bought air fresheners; they’re packed with chemicals that might not be the best for your health in the long haul.
Lucky for you, you can opt for natural alternatives that perform just as well, if not better, than their artificial counterparts in keeping your place smelling heavenly. Let’s dive into the lowdown on these alternatives!
Option #1. Baking soda
From cooking duties to your cleaning ally, baking soda has many awesome uses. So, it might not be that surprising that it also works as a powerful deodorizer.
Sprinkle baking soda into a dish and toss it into places holding onto funky smells (like it could happen in your fridge). Give it one to three days, and the bad odors will vanish, replaced by fresh air that lingers for a cool three months.
For added freshness, mix baking soda and essential oils (add the number of drops you feel comfortable with) for a DIY air freshener that pulls double duty as a deodorizer—try it in your trash can!
Option #2. Pomander balls
Beyond just making your spaces smell amazing, pomander balls double as chic decorations for your house. And guess what? You can make them quickly and easily!
Take an orange, stick two teaspoons of cloves all around its surface, and be as creative with your clove arrangement as you want—patterns, holiday decorations, whatever you like. Sprinkle some ground cinnamon or nutmeg for that finishing touch.
Make as many as you want and place them on plates in rooms you’d love to decorate and infuse with freshness!
Option #3. Simmer pot
Also known as stovetop potpourri, a simmer pot is like a fragrant potion that fills your space with delightful scents.
For this magical mix, gather a sliced orange, two cinnamon sticks, half a cup of fresh cranberries, and a tablespoon of whole cloves. Toss this aromatic blend into a small pot, filling it with water until a little below the rim.
As it gets steamy, let the aroma dance through your space while the mix simmers on the stove. If you want to target a specific room, carefully pour your still-hot, scented blend into a bowl and take it there.
Option #4. Houseplants
Indoor plants not only inject a splash of green into your space but also release heavenly fragrances, creating an authentically organic vibe.
Plants like mint, lavender, jasmine, and begonia not only beautify but also perfume your space, making it feel snug. You can also include plants in your home decor with air-purifying capabilities, like spider plants, peace lilies, or English ivies.
Option #5. Teabags
Believe it or not, teabags can be your secret weapon in the battle against stale odors in enclosed spaces. Those musty scents in your drawers, closets, and even shoes—usually brought on by humidity—can be tamed with these little wonders.
Toss a container with five to ten teabags inside, depending on the size of the space you want to address. They won’t just absorb moisture but will also release a herbal aroma into the air. Switch them out weekly for top-notch moisture absorption.
Keep your living space looking and smelling nice and inviting!
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