Guest guest Posted May 16, 2003 Report Share Posted May 16, 2003 Chemically sensitive? Just plain don't like using chemicals? Why not try these natural alternatives for eliminating odors? Be Well, Misty http://www..com Eliminating Odors To remove household odors, use a few drops of wintergreen oil on a cotton ball and place it inconspicuously it in each room. It lasts for months and is very inexpensive. Cigarette smoke can be eliminated using any of the following methods: Light candles in the room. Use 4 small bowls of vinegar in the corners of the room. Soak a towel in water and swish it around the room. Place activated charcoal in small dishes after the smokers leave. A container filled with kitty litter deodorizer will remove the musty smell from a trunk. To rid your cutting board of onion or garlic smells, rub the surface with the cut side of a lime or lemon. A paste of baking soda and water will also work. If you've got musty odors caused by mildew, try to take the item outside to air out. Baking soda can be used in the closet. To prevent mildew from forming, wipe the area with vinegar to kill the mildew fungus. Hang an old nylon stocking filled with cedar chips in the closet. Not only will it repel moths, it will give a sweet smell to your closet. To help eliminate odors from the refrigerator: Put an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator to eliminate food odors. You'll need to change the box every month or two. Use a small bowl of charcoal to absorb fidyl food odors quickly. Put a little vanilla on a cotton cloth and place in the fridge. Simmer a pan of water with spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg on the stove for a delightful air freshener. Dried orange and lemon rinds can be tossed in the fireplace for a spicy aroma. ===== Fidyl Live Simply So That Others May Simply Live The New Search - Faster. Easier. Bingo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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