Bathrooms and kitchens are generally full of odors. Some pleasant, like freshly baked cookies or body wash lingering in the air\u00a0after a shower.\u00a0In contrast, some smells are less than pleasant and seem to linger for an undesirable amount of time. Fortunately, there are plenty of options to combat the unpleasantness and ensure a fresh smelling bathroom, or other rooms in a home.<\/p>\n
While there are plenty of harsh cleaners that use bleach or other cleaning methods, sometimes a simplistic home recipe can be just as helpful to accomplish a fresh-smelling bathroom. Simply add \u00bd cup of baking soda to \u00bc cup of Castile soap and \u00bc cup of vinegar. Note that 10 drops of essential oils can be added if desired. As well as, the option of scented Castile soap. Additionally, some scented oils like Eucalyptus, Rosemary, and\u00a0orange or lemon\u00a0have also been shown to have antibacterial properties. Meaning they not only smell great. They\u2019ll also help supplement the assurance that your fresh-smelling bathroom is properly disinfected. Wish the ingredients together adding hot water to help dilute the mix, making the homemade cleaner go a little further For best results, it\u2019s recommended to use a squeeze bottle but a spray bottle can also be used if there isn\u2019t another option.<\/p>\n
2. A Fresh Smelling Bathroom is Clean<\/h2>\n<\/figure>\n
Although there isn\u2019t always time to deep clean, generally keeping things as clean as possible will increase the odds of having a fresh smelling bathroom.<\/p>\n
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3. Including Trash<\/h2>\n<\/figure>\n
Not only is cleaning necessary for a fresh smelling bathroom, but taking out the trash regularly also helps. This also applies to stubborn kitchen odors.<\/p>\n
4. Prevent Damp Material for Fresh Smelling Bathroom<\/h2>\n<\/figure>\n
After showering or taking a bath, people dry off with a towel. No surprise there. However, many people fail to allow their towels to dry properly, causing mildew and other unpleasant odors. Therefore, it\u2019s recommended to hang a towel up to dry. Preferably, it is not bunched up but spread out so airflow can reach all parts of the towel. Note, laundry can also be the culprit of unpleasant odors in a home so it\u2019s recommended to dry laundry as quickly and efficiently as possible to prevent mildew. Applying to towels as well as other types of laundry, when the mildew smell shows up, it\u2019s best to rewash the load on hot water. Some have even suggested adding a baking soda and vinegar mixture, further reducing odor-causing bacteria.<\/p>\n
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5. Ventilation for a Fresh Smelling Bathroom<\/h2>\n<\/figure>\n
This tip also applies to other areas of a home. By keeping windows cracked, if not fully open, the airflow will help circulate cleaner, fresher air. In turn, helping to remove unwanted odors.<\/p>\n
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6. Charcoal or Other Air Fresheners<\/h2>\n<\/figure>\n
Most people know of products like Febreze or Glade, which are popular air fresheners. However, they also contain chemicals that aren\u2019t great for our lungs, skin, or pets. As a result, some people prefer a more natural or eco-friendly approach. In this case, an oil diffuser, scent pouch, or charcoal pack can help eliminate moisture and unwanted smells. A homemade scent pouch can be made using dried herbs or flowers and occasionally sprayed with essential oils to keep a bathroom fresh-smelling. Moreover, charcoal pouches can be found in most common stores ranging from the Dollar Store to Walmart to online retailers.<\/p>\n
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