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Even though making your home smell amazing seems like an easy task, the fact is that there are a lot of factors that can make it a bit tricky. Stale air and lingering smells are what you should get rid of as soon as possible, so if you want to know how, just stay with us and keep on reading. Here are seven amazing tips on how to get that done!
Essential oil diffuser
An essential oil diffuser is really easy to use – all you should do is to fill it with water, add a few drops of essential oil in it, and turn it on. The diffuser will then create a fine mist that will carry the beautiful scent of those essential oils throughout your house, making your place smell really nice and pleasant. If you’re up for some fall-themed essential oil blends, you can always check them out online!
Fabric spray
Another quick way to deal with smells in your house is fabric spray which, truth be told, won’t eliminate them completely, but it’ll cover them up for some time. Essential oils are a good way to go – just pour some water in a small spray bottle, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil, and a bit of baking soda, and voilà – your fabric refreshing spray is all done!
Gel air fresheners
Crafting some scented gel air fresheners is another way of putting essential oils to good use, and what’s even better about them is the fact that they’re really easy to make. You can customize your favorite scents, use some cool colors, and even add some decorative items like dry flowers or shells – possibilities are truly infinite, but they’ll definitely make your home smell really nicely!
Scented cleaning vinegar
Getting rid of some hideous smells in your home should start with eliminating their source, instead of just covering them up. That’s why you should use a cleaner that leaves a fresh scent behind. Even though you’ll probably frown at vinegar-based cleaners, knowing that this ingredient doesn’t smell really nice, the fact is that it will eliminate all those bad smells – especially when paired with citrus fruits. Don’t wait any longer and give it a try!
Air purifying plants
Plants are very well-known for their air purifying characteristics, and you should definitely get some if you still haven’t. Some people say that orchids and palm trees are the best when it comes to purifying the air, but if you think these won’t be enough for your home, you should certainly get the best air purifier for mold. Opt for the one that features HEPA filters that can rid the air of mold spores and improve your home environment in the blink of an eye!
Wax melts
Scented wax cubes are another way of making your home smell beautifully, and one of the best things about them is that they can spread amazing scent all over your house without having an open flame. You can always buy them if that’s what you like, but you should know that making them is a lot of fun, plus you’ll be able to customize them according to your own wishes!
Garbage disposal cubes
Your garbage bin is surely the biggest source of some strange food smells that are likely to spread all over your house whenever you open it, but don’t worry – there are ways to clean it properly. You can make some frozen disposal cleaning cubes using citrus and white vinegar. These will make a huge difference, so give them a try as soon as possible.
As you can see, there are so many ways to get rid of the bad smells and make your home smell amazing all the time. Each of these seven is equally amazing and more than effective, so you definitely won’t make a mistake whichever you choose for your house!
Guest post by Samantha Braddy of High Styl Life. Samantha is a lifestyle writer at High Style Life magazine. Samantha has an unhealthy adoration for beauty and home decor, so she combined her passions to write about them.
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I love that you included natural ideas in addition to pre-made products. As someone who is very sensitive to fragrance, I really appreciated this extra thought.
I’ve been meaning to try a diffuser. I’ve never heard of disposal cubes! Sounds cool!
Great tips for anyone looking to spruce up their home with some good-smelling scents! I feel like my own home has gotten so stale lately, given the summer heat (which just won’t go away!) Thanks for including natural solutions as well.
Great ideas – I love the natural ones! Will definitely give some of these a go…
Kate x
Great tips. Are there any particular essential oils that you’d recommend?
I love lavender essential oil in the bedroom and lately in the main rooms and bathrooms, I have been crushing on a mix of pink grapefruit with hints of strawberry and citrus.
I so wish I could keep indoor plants alive. I’m going to try gel fresheners! Thanks for the tips. 🙂
I loved these tips . I would love to get a diffuser and I love the idea of scented cleaning vinegar as some cleaning products are just so overpowering and full of chemicals . I have never heard of disposable garbage cubes that is an excellent idea 🙂 No one wants a smelly kitchen 🙂
Im going to try the disposal cubes! Thanks for the tip!
Unless I missed it, I don’t think you recommended a specific diffuser… do you have one in mind?
Hi Laura, I recommend the diffusers available from Young Living, here is a link to their site >> https://www.youngliving.com/en_US/products/c/diffusers-accessories/tools
We’re definitely big into our essential oil diffuser! I actually want to order a few more to place around the house.
Love these ideas. Do you have any air-purifying plants that you recommend?
Hi Bailey, I like Spider plants, and Dracaena because they are darn near impossible to kill and I do not have a green thumb. I wouldn’t recommend Dracaena if you have pets though as it can be poisonous.
I definitely need to try those disposal cubes for our garbage container… 🙂 And I didn’t know plants made such a difference!
Frozen, disposable cubes!?? What a great idea!! I have 3 kids in diapers and always worry about lingering smells. Thanks for the post!
Thank you for all the tips, love when my house smells lovely, there’s a couple tips here I haven’t tried yet!
I love fall smells! Awesome post!
We have several diffusers and a ton of essential oils at our house- it’s definitely our favorite way to keep the house smelling nice. Love all of your suggestions.
My go to is the candles from Bath and Body Works. I have people in and out of my house all the time and I always get compliments.
Love all these different options! Wax melts are my favorite
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A good read and great tips. Thanks for sharing
I gotta try the wax meet and the fabric spray!! Great suggestions
I didn’t realise plants could do this! I usually have scentsy wax melts on the go.
I am so obsessed with wax melts at the moment. I love my home to smell nice. I have a dog and always conscious that although he’s cute, dogs do smell sometimes.
Yes! Love this, i’m so obsessed with making my home smell like autumn right now. Even though we won’t see autumn in Florida for a long time! Love wax melts, they are probably my favorite but I definitely need to check out the garbage disposal idea! Thanks! -Erika-
I LOVE my diffuser! I have it going all the time!
There’s something SO AMAZING about a heavenly scented home. We use our diffuser regularly, but you’ve inspired me to pick up a houseplant or two!
I love oil diffusers! I also use little wall-plugins too. Essential oils are my favourite for using in the home, especially lavender.
i love this house and its design thanks for the sharing with us.
Lisa, your blog is absolutely beautiful! The disposable garbage cubes are on my agenda this week! Thanks much!
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I totally needed this. I have 5 dogs and the house can smell. Not that bad, but not good either. With these suggestions, I could start being more mindful of keeping the house smelling nice. 🙂