Living in a sweet-smelling home will be calming and rejuvenating. To make your home smell amazing you don’t have to spend lots of money and effort. There are effective and simple tips which will help you have an amazing smell in your home. There are simple home remedies you can easily follow through. In this article, we will go through some such home remedies. Try this at home and find how amazing these tips are.
Proper Garbage Disposal
Garbage disposal in the right way at the right time is important to reduce the chances of foul smell in your home. Remove the garbage at the end of the day and squeeze a dollop of scented dish soap on the garbage to remove any unpleasant smell. Clean any spills and pet messes immediately to avoid the foul smell spreading all over your home.
Refresh Carpets and Rugs
Carpets and rugs need refreshing often to avoid them accumulating dust and dirt. Any spills or pet mess needs to be cleared immediately and applied disinfectant to the dirt as soon as possible. Carpets can hold onto odours for a long period, sprinkle baking soda on the entire carpet. Professionally clean the carpet with the help of carpet cleaners. Mattresses and pet beds also need regular cleaning.
Wash the Trash Can
The trash can will have a combination of food scraps and other garbage, it can emit an unpleasant stench. Wash the trash can after every garbage disposal and freshen it by sprinkling baking soda. Wash the lid and insides of the can properly to remove any stinky debris that accumulated. Then spray some disinfectant spray to kill the remaining odour-causing bacteria.
Herbs and Fruits
Simmering herbs and fruits in the pan filled with water, the steam will carry a sweet scent throughout your house. You can choose whatever ingredients you have on hand to simmer. Try out different herbs and fruits, and find the one that is calming for you and soothes your nerves.
Scented Candles
Candles are the best option to fill your home with an aroma that you love and they will make your home feel amazing. They should be placed strategically to improve their efficiency. Place the candles in areas where you least expect them to be. Placing them in the closet or anywhere fabrics are kept without lighting the candle is the best option for placing them. The fabrics will absorb the scent and prolong the presence of that sweet smell in your home.
Let Fresh Air In
Fresh air is necessary to remove foul odours from the home. Open the windows or use a centralised air conditioner to give your whole house a uniform scent. Proper ventilation and windows are necessary to let the air circulate properly.
Indoor Plants
Indoor plants can remove toxins from your home. They can freshen up your home with a natural smell. But they need to be kept well-maintained, otherwise, the effect will be the opposite.