Guest guest Posted November 11, 1999 Report Share Posted November 11, 1999 Hello list...this short introduction a request for information. I am a 50 year old New Yorker who just recently became widowed. I have been using essential oils off and on for about 2 years for my own enjoyment., using books as references. Anyway, my request is does someone know of a blend I can use to rid a room of that " sickroom " smell? My husband, who was 21+ years my senior, had been ill for the last 10 years or so..diabetes,heart conditon,etc...The room acquired that terrible odor. He would not allow me to use anything in there while he was alive. I do need something to help get rid of the odor as cleaning did very little to alleviate the condition. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you and I do love this list. B*B Margie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 1999 Report Share Posted November 11, 1999 Hi Margie! White vinegar is reported to get rid of any scent....even animal scents. we use it in our rinse water when washing the floors that aren't wood. Take Care! Jen in CT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 1999 Report Share Posted November 11, 1999 In a message dated 11/11/1999 3:05:26 PM Eastern Standard Time, Jeninct2 writes: << Hi Margie! White vinegar is reported to get rid of any scent....even animal scents. we use it in our rinse water when washing the floors that aren't wood. Take Care! Jen in CT >> And, i tablespoon of bleach in 1 gal of water makes a good disinfectant, a touch of tea tree oil helps too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 13, 1999 Report Share Posted November 13, 1999 Dear Margie, A blend of any of the citrus oils should do the trick. I personally would use Lemon and Orange (alternating) and when the odour began to subside (which should be fairly soon) I'd start using good ole Lavender to sweeten everything up. Geranium also, to help alleviate the emotional residue along with YlangYlang. You've been through a lot and you need time to clear out all that you've been through. When my mother died of diabetes and it's complications 10 years ago I didn't know about essential oils. Then I used incense, but it took more time. My father always appreciated whatever was done to get rid of that lingering smell. If I'd had the oils it wouldn't have taken any time at all. Also, if you like Geranium, Lavender, Frankincense, Tangerine (any/all) it might be nice to use them for yourself as they help lift the spirit and bring a new sense of balance and ease. Wishing you well in all ways, <SweetrLady Thursday, November 11, 1999 3:11 AM Oils for cleansing a sick room? > Hello list...this short introduction a request for information. I am a 50 > year old New Yorker who just recently became widowed. I have been using > essential oils off and on for about 2 years for my own enjoyment., using > books as references. Anyway, my request is does someone know of a blend I can > use to rid a room of that " sickroom " smell? My husband, who was 21+ years my > senior, had been ill for the last 10 years or so..diabetes,heart > conditon,etc...The room acquired that terrible odor. He would not allow me to > use anything in there while he was alive. I do need something to help get rid > of the odor as cleaning did very little to alleviate the condition. Any > suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you and I do love this list. > B*B > Margie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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