A collection of guides, articles and tips to help you remove odors around the house, in your car, and more.
Cleaning Fish Smell From a Refrigerator?This is a page about cleaning fish smell from a refrigerator. The smell of old or rotten fish in your refrigerator is not only unpleasant but also can be a challenge to remove.
Cleaning Mouse Urine Odor From a Range and OvenThis is a page about cleaning mouse urine odor from a range and oven. To your horror, that odd odor in the kitchen is the result of a mouse exploring your stove.
How to Remove Musty Odor from PaperPaper, such as cards and letters, that have been stored for a long time or in a damp place can develop a musty odor. Airing them out, masking the odor with scents, or using newspaper or charcoal in a container with the paper items, are all possible solutions. This is a page about how to remove a musty odor from paper.
Removing Urine Odors From an Air Vent?This is a page about removing urine odors from an air vent. Cleaning odors from an air vent can be difficult.
Cleaning Moldy Smelling Dollar Bills?This is a page about cleaning moldy smelling dollar bills. When money gets wet and not dried properly, it can smell bad from mildew and mold.
Removing Mothball Odor From a Cedar Chest?This is a page about removing a mothball odor from a cedar chest. The odor of moth balls can so permeate a cedar chest as to make it unusable until you can remove the smell.
Cleaning Rotten Meat Odors from a FreezerThis is a page about cleaning rotten meat odors from a freezer. A power outage or a malfunctioning freezer can leave you with spoiled meat and the odor that comes with that.
Removing Cat Urine Smell From Car InteriorThis is a page about removing cat urine smell from car interior. If your kitty has an accident in the car, it is time to get out your cleaning supplies. The smell of urine in a closed car can get very strong.
Removing Smoke Odor After a House FireSmoke damage can be very difficult to remove even from a small house or kitchen fire. This is a page about removing smoke odors after a house fire.
Removing Urine Stains and Odor From ClothingThis is a page about removing urine odor from fabrics. Urine odor can be difficult to remove from fabric. With the know how, you can have your clothes smelling fresh again.
Cleaning Rotten Meat Odors From a CarThis is a page about cleaning rotten meat odors from a car. Meat accidentally left in the car can quickly become rotten and fill your car with a very bad odor.
Rancid Smelling Dish Towels?I have rancid smelling cloth dinner napkins and dish towels, usually from using them to drain fried foods. I've washed them in bleach, but the smell does not come out. Any suggestions?
Removing Rotten Seafood Odors From a...This is a page about removing rotten seafood odors from a car. Food accidentally spilled or left in a hot car can quickly fill your vehicle with a really bad smell.
Removing Cigarette Smoke Smell from an Apartment?If your apartment smells like cigarette smoke, it can be a challenge to get the odor cleaned out of the rental space. This is a page about removing cigarette smoke smell from an apartment.
Removing Odors From Dresser DrawersThis is a page about removing odors from dresser drawers. Older furniture can have a musty odor which in the case of a dresser can transfer to your clothing.
Removing Cat Urine Odor from a CouchCat urine odor is strong and sometimes difficult to remove from upholstered furniture. This is a page about removing cat urine odor from a couch.
Getting Rid of a Musty Smell in the BasementBasements are notorious for developing musty smells. This is a page about getting rid of a musty smell in the basement.
Getting Rid of Odors in an Outdoor Kennel?Outdoor kennels often are erected on the dirt. Urine and feces odors in the soil can be difficult to remove. Even if the kennel has a concrete floor special cleaning may be required. This is a page about getting rid of odors in an outdoor kennel.
How to Remove Vomit Smell from a Car?The odor of vomit can be quite strong and difficult to remove from your car. This is a page about removing vomit smell from a car.
Removing Cat Urine Odor from Paper?Accidents happen, but when your cat pees on a book or important papers you may be scrambling to find the best clean-up method. This page offers some simple suggestions for removing cat urine odor from paper.
Removing Odors From a SuitcaseSuitcases spend a lot of time stored away until they are needed for your next trip. Sometimes the storage conditions are perfect for the growth mold, mildew, and bacteria. This is a page about removing odors from a suitcase.
Removing Rotten Food Odors From a CarThis page is about removing rotten food odors from a car. If some food gets forgotten or spilled in a car, it can leave behind a disgusting smell.
Removing Smoke Odor from Artificial Plants?This is a page about removing smoke odor from artificial plants. Smoke from a house fire or cigarettes can leave an odor on your artificial plants.
Cleaning Cat Urine Smell on Hardwood...This is a page about cleaning cat urine smell on hardwood floors. When your cat has an accident, it can be a challenge to remove the smell of urine from hardwood flooring.
Smell from New Leather Furniture?This is a page about smell from new leather furniture. Natural leather furniture does come with a "leather" smell. However, the processing of leather for furniture includes not only the tanning process, but may also involve applying other chemicals to provide stain resistance, for example.
How to Remove Odors in a Vacuum CleanerMany of the things that your vacuum picks up, such as pet hair, can result in persistent odors that are released whenever you turn it on. This is a page about how to remove odors in a vacuum cleaner.
Cleaning Pet Urine Odors on FloorsThe are several ways to remove pet urine odors from your tile, laminate, hardwood, and resilient floors. This is a page about cleaning pet urine odors on floors.
Removing Cigarette Smell From Fur?Cigarette smoke causes odors in all manner of fabrics and fur is no exception. A professional would be the first choice for removing the smell but that can be expensive. Gentle deodorizing with coffee grounds, baking soda or other odor absorbing items are among home remedies but care must be taken to avoid damage.
Removing Petroleum Based Solvent Odor...This is a page about removing petroleum based solvent odor from clothing. Solvents such as Goo Gone and Goof Off are very aromatic and it can be difficult to remove the odor from your laundry.
Cleaning a Smelly Cast Iron Pot?Cast iron pots can pick up odors from the food you cook in them. This is a page about cleaning a smelly cast iron pot.
Getting Cooking Oil Smell Out of ClothingThis is a page about getting cooking oil smell out of clothing. Often after cooking the odor of the cooking oil can linger in clothing and other fabrics.
Locating the Source of a Foul Smell in HouseIt is not always easy to determine where a bad smell is coming from in your home. This page is about locating the source of a foul smell in the house.
Cleaning Odors from Kitchen CabinetsThis is a page about cleaning odors from kitchen cabinets. Kitchen cabinets can harbor odors either from their contents or from cooking.
Removing Mothball Odor from Washing Machine?This is a page about removing mothball odor from washing machine. The odor of mothballs can be very pervasive and has a long hang time. Washing items stored with them can transfer the odor to your washer.
Removing Gasoline Smell on SkinThis page is about removing gasoline smell on skin. Gas can get spilled on your hands when filling your auto or power equipment. It has a very strong odor.
Removing Burnt Food Smell from HouseThis is a page about removing burnt food smell from house. Not only did dinner burn, now the house smells of burnt food.
Removing Rotten Fruit Odor from Wooden Bowl?I noticed an orange rotting in my wooden fruit bowl and can't seem to get the rotten smell out of the wood. It's finished wood with an engraving in it so I don't want to ruin the bowl with products. Any suggestions?
Removing Moth Ball Smell from a CarThe odor of mothballs is very pervasive and persistent. This is a page about removing moth ball smell from a car.
Removing WD-40 Odor from Laundry?This is a page about removing WD-40 odor from laundry. WD-40 is often used to help in removing stains, unfortunately sometimes once the stain is gone the odor of WD-40 may not be.
Removing Onion SmellThis is a page about removing onion smell. A very pungent vegetable, the onion creates a distinct odor that may need to be absorbed. It contains certain substances that may irritate eyes.
Removing Pickle Odor from a Jar?This is a page about removing pickle odor from a jar. Some odors can be very persistent and present a cleaning challenge.
Cleaning Diesel Fuel Odors from ClothingThis is a page about cleaning diesel fuel odors from clothing. The smell of diesel fuel can be quite overpowering when spilled on clothing.
Smell Coming From Under a RefrigeratorThis is a page about smelling coming from under a refrigerator. Most refrigerators have a removable drip tray underneath. Odors can originate there or from something lost beneath your fridge.
Removing Curry Odor?This page is about removing curry odor. Cooking with this pungent spice can leave a lingering smell that some people can find offensive.
Musty Smell on Wicker Baskets?Does anyone know how to get a musty smell out of wicker baskets? I have tried airing them and spraying Febreeze every day but that is not working.
Removing Musty Smells From Leather?Mold and mildew can create strong odors when given a chance to grow. This page is about removing musty smells from leather.
House Smells Like Varnish?There is a strong smell of varnish in my kitchen and sitting room that I can't get rid of. I don't know where the smell is coming from because I have not used varnish in my home. Does anyone know what it could be or how I can get rid of it?
Removing Gasoline Smell from Wood Furniture?This is a page about removing gasoline smell from wood furniture. Gasoline odors on your wood furniture can be so strong that the furniture is unusable. Before you choose to no longer use the furniture it is worth trying to deodorize it.
Rodent Odor in Walls and Vents?Once mice have been in residence in a house they can die in the walls and heating system, making them difficult to find. This page is about rodent odor in walls and vents.
Getting Cat Urine Off Outdoor Wicker Furniture?Unfortunately outside cats tend to mark lots of spots including your outdoor furniture. Removing cat urine from outdoor wicker furniture can usually be done successfully by using one of the ideas found on this page.
Removing Scented Oil Type Odor from House?My wife and I just moved into a new house. It is a great house, but it smells. Now here is the "strange" part; it doesn't smell like dog or skunk. It smells like we're living in a candle store. It's not the best of scent choices and it's overpowering.
Getting Rid of Cat Urine Smell On Hardback Books?I have over 100 large size hard back cook books that have a cat urine smell to them. The books were in a closed up house on a bookcase and apparently the carpet had been peed on by cats prior to the house being closed up. The books were not peed on. The Cook books just absorbed the smell. It is a collection of books that is worth trying to salvage if at all possible. I don't even know where to start. I have the books boxed up on my carport and open the boxes during the day and try to spread them in the sunlight. That does not help. I would appreciate any help you can give me on this issue.
Can Ozone Remove Odors?Nowadays, we all know that ozone is a kind of green disinfectant, which is widely used for many aspects of our life. In market, there are many kinds of ozone machines for rooms, toilet, pet room, office, etc. to disinfect.
Rotten Onion Smell in Home?Has anyone ever experienced a strong odor of rotten onions in just one place in the house? It is not the fridge, not the cat box, and not the trash bin. It has been going on for more than two weeks. If anyone has had this problem, do you know the cause and what has been effective in removing the noxious odor?
Removing Musty Odor from a Photo Album?Does anyone have any idea how I can remove the musty, moldy smell from my parents' wedding album that was stored in the basement? My niece wants to use some of these old photos at her wedding. Thanks!
Removing Diesel Smell from WoodIf diesel fuel has been spilled on a piece of wooden furniture or wooden flooring or construction, the odors and fumes may remain a long time. Odor absorbing materials like baking soda, charcoal and kitty litter can help to minimize the smell but it could be difficult to remove it entirely.
Many Uses For Rose WaterRose water costs very little and I have found a few useful ways to use it. Mainly I was using it as a natural air freshener. I bought some empty spray bottles in the Pound Shop and filled a bottle with pure Rose Water. Because I dislike to spray chemicals around myself and my cat.
Removing Odors from a FreezerFreezers can develop odors for a number of reasons. Frozen food can release odors normally. This is exacerbated by power outages that can result in leakage and spoilage. Sometimes a container of baking soda will help. You may also have to empty and thoroughly clean the freezer.
Removing Bathroom OdorsThe secret to removing odors in your bathroom is to first determine the source. Once that is firmly established then there are remedies specific to each case. Read on for some helpful tips.
Deodorizing a Closet?Closets can develop musty and other odors. First determine if the odor is the result of mold. Special steps will be needed if mold is found. Baking soda is a good deodorizer to use once you have removing the contents and perhaps even wiped down the interior.
Cleaning Odors on Faux FurFaux fur clothing and other items made with this synthetic fabric can pick up odors as do other types of material. To remove them you need to keep in mind the restrictions on cleaning faux fur, which is not always washable. This page offers some suggestions for cleaning odors on faux fur.
Removing Rubber Odors?Rubber floor mats and stair treads as well as other products made from rubber can release an unpleasant odor. Often these items are made from recycled tire rubber and contain VOCs that are released for awhile. Other contaminates can also have an odor. This page offers suggestions for removing this distinctive rubber odor.
Removing Musty Odor from Upholstery Sample Books?I have several upholstery sample books that smell musty as they were stored in a garage. I want to use them to sew projects, but need to remove the smell. Any suggestions?
Removing a Dead Animal Odor from a Mobile Home?I have a double wide mobile home. The previous owner had over 20 cats. Some died and she just let them decompose in the unit over time. Also there were piles of cat feces on the carpet. I tore the carpet out, washed the floor and walls with everything under the sun that is supposed to work. All the cleaners did some good.
Make Your Own Scented Bin Liners (Plastic Garbage Bags)Rather than paying extra for scented plastic garbage bags, try adding a bit of essential oil or some of your old unused cologne to the bags. This is a page about how to make your own scented bin liners (plastic garbage bags).
How to Remove Bleach Odors from Clothing?Often the smell of bleach will remain in your laundry even after the final wash and rinse. There are products such as Anti-Chlor that you can buy or give, vinegar, baking soda, and airing out a try. This is a page about how to remove bleach odors from clothing.
Weird BBQ Smell in Living Room?I keep getting a smell in my house that smells like really strong sweet chickory BBQ? It comes and goes often in short bursts, but vanishes quickly and reappears minutes or even seconds later! Any ideas? It's driving me mad and I'm worried it's electrical
Sheets Smell After Washing?If this happens to you, there are a number of generic household cleaners such as baking soda and vinegar that will typically remove the odor. This is a page about a remedy for sheets that smell after washing.
Removing Odors from an Area Rug?What can I use to get an odor out of a really old carpet?
Removing Gasoline Smell from Carpet?How do I get gas smell out of carpet?
How to Remove Underarm Odors on a Prom Dress?Prom and dancing can lead to sweating and, unfortunately, prom dresses are often difficult to clean. This is a page about how to remove underarm odors on a prom dress.
How to Remove Bleach Odor from Furniture Cushions?Whether the bleach was used to clean the cushion or accidentally spilled on it the odor may linger long after the liquid has dried. Sunshine and airing out might work or you can try baking soda and/or vinegar. This is a page about how to remove bleach odor from furniture cushions.
Removing Urine Odors from Wood FurnitureUrine odors on wood furniture can be very persistent. There are several good methods to try for this cleaning job. This is a page about removing urine odor from wood furniture.
Removing Musty Smell from a Wedding Dress?Stored clothing can develop a musty odor over time. Hanging it near an open window can help air it out and potentially cause the odor to dissipate. This is a page about removing musty smell from a wedding dress.
Smoke Smell in Wood CabinetUnfinished wood surfaces can absorb smoke odors that can be a challenge to remove. This is a page about smoke smell in wood cabinet.
Cleaning Odors from the Lining of a Leather Jacket?Even if your leather jacket itself does not need a cleaning you may need to remove odors from the lining. This may not be a good at home cleaning project as the lining may not be washable and the leather could be damaged. This is a page about cleaning odors from the lining of a leather jacket.
How to Remove Cat Urine Odor from a Microfiber CouchThere are commercial products that can help remove the odor. Additionally, spraying with a vinegar and water mixture and blotting well can also help. Always do a spot test when cleaning upholstered furniture. This is a page about getting rid of cat urine odor from a microfiber couch.
How to Use Fresh Mint as an Air FreshenerIf you grow your own mint, you can gather the sprigs, crush them, and place in a bag or bowl to freshener the air in your home. This is a page about using fresh mint for an air freshener.
Freshening Your Air Conditioned AirThis is a page about freshening your air conditioned air. Here are some tips about freshening up the room, while running your air conditioner.
Removing Chemical Smell from Photo Ornaments?I bought a photo ornament and photo cube. Both items have a strong industrial smell that doesn't air out. I do not know if the photos can get wet. Is there anyway to get rid of the smell? Otherwise, I will return the items.
Awful Smell Coming From Heater DuctingThis is a page about getting rid of an awful smell coming from heater ducting. If you believe that the odor is being caused by a deceased rodent in the ducting, it is important to remove the source if possible and then try some of these ideas for combating any lingering odor.
Locating Source of Smell in Living Room?There is a strange smell in my living room. I can only smell in when I'm standing. it is not the couch, it smells like dog, nor the floor which is hardwood. Not the ventilation system, as I only smell it in the living room and the kitchen is only 15 ft away. The problem is I cannot describe the smell.
Getting Rid of Cigarette Smoke Odor on Skin and Clothing?I am a smoker, and while I know I shouldn't, there is a way to go yet. I have been told by my housemate that, while I smoke outside, the smoke smell is entering the house. I am smoking as far from the house as our back yard allows and wearing a jacket and scarf to decrease the smell on my person. Any other ideas?
Rotten Egg Smell Coming From Sink?Gunk in the drain trap, a plugged vent or a variety of other things can make for unpleasant smells coming from or from around your plumbing. This is a page about rotten egg smell coming from sink.
Wooden Cabinets Smell Like Mouse Urine?How can I safely disinfect and deodorize my wooden cabinet from mouse urine? I tried the Nature's Miracle, but it did no good. It's so bad.
Removing Smoke Smell In House from a Fire Outside?My son lives near a canyon that caught fire and burned over 9500 acres around his home. Fortunately, his home was spared, but it is now filled with the smell of smoke. I read what to do if you have a fire in your home, but nothing on what to do if it was around your home.
Armpit Odor on ClothingWhite vinegar often works well to remove perspiration odor from clothing. This is a page about solutions for removing armpit odor on clothing.
Removing Air Freshener Residue from Apartment?I have been over spraying air freshener that was in concentrate form in my apartment not realizing I was literally poisoning myself over a 4 month period and I wound up in the hospital. The problem is I can't get it out. I have had the windows open and the air filter changed. My friends have wiped things down and vacuumed.
Removing Smoke Smell from Memory Foam Pad?If you have had a fire or had someone smoking in the house for a long time, things like memory foam pillows and mattresses can absorb the odor and hold it. Removing the smoke smell from a memory foam pad can be very difficult, but it's not impossible.
How to Remove Human Urine Odors from Carpet?If your carpet has been urinated upon, it may be difficult to remove the smell. Here are some ideas for how to remove human urine odors from carpet.
Smoke Odors in My Apartment from NeighborsOne of the downsides to apartment dwelling, in addition to noise, is that odors from adjoining apartments can find their way into yours. This is a page about smoke odors in my apartment from neighbors.
Removing Musty Odor from an Antique TrunkOld trunks can develop a musty smell over time and based on where they have been stored. This is a page about removing musty odor from an antique trunk.
How to Clean Rotten Crabmeat Smell in a Cabinet?An exploded or leaking can of crabmeat can create a horrible odor in your kitchen cabinet. This is a page about how to clean a rotten crabmeat smell in a cabinet.
Removing Smoke Smells From a Car?Cigarette smoke odors or smoke smells resulting from a car fire can be difficult to remove from all of the interior surfaces and fabrics of your car. This page offers suggestions for removing these odors.
My Feather Bed Smells Like a Wet Dog?If you have washed your feather bed topper and it smells like a wet dog, you may need to air it out thoroughly before using it. This is a page about my feather bed smells like a wet dog.
Cleaning Smoke Odor from House Fire in BooksAfter a fire, ridding your home of the smoke odor can be a daunting task. Books can easily harbor the lingering smoke smell for a long time. This is a page about cleaning smoke odor from house fire in books.
How Do I Get Rid of that Fried Smell after Cooking?Frying food in your kitchen can leave an unpleasant lingering odor afterward. This is a page about how do I get rid of that fried smell after cooking?
Moth Ball Smell on a Fur CoatRemoving the odor of mothballs from a fur coat may best be done by taking it to a professional who specializes in cleaning fur. This is a page about moth ball smell on a fur coat.
Cat Urine Odor on Wood Cabinets?Removing the odor of cat urine from you wooden cabinets can be done with both home remedies, such as baking soda or vinegar, and a number of commercial products made for this purpose. This is a page about cat urine odor on wood cabinets.
Smoke Stench in the Microwave and KitchenSome items when placed in a microwave can be highly flammable. Removing the smoke odor after a fire in your microwave can be a difficult task. This is a page about smoke stench in the microwave and kitchen.
Use Essential Oils to Freshen the BathroomPlace a few drops of your favorite essential oil on the inside of the toilet paper roll tube to freshen your bathroom. This is a page about use essential oils to freshen the bathroom.
Removing Bleach Smell from a Mattress?If you have had to use bleach to get your mattress clean, the bleach smell may linger for a while until it dissipates. This is a page about removing bleach smell from a mattress.
Removing Cigarette Odor from a Freezer?I live in an apartment and when our refrigerator went out they replaced it with an old refrigerator. That's okay but the person that used the refrigerator before must of put his cigarettes in the freezer. How do I get the smell out of the freezer?
Removing Bleach Smell from a House?I was mopping and spilled some bleach. Now my entire house smells of bleach and I need to know how to remove this smell from all rooms of my house?
Getting WD-40 Smell Out of Jeans?My son got Silly Putty on his new jeans and so I used WD-40 on them and it worked. I soaked the jeans in the sink and then washed them separately in my washer, but I still cannot get that smell out. What can I use to get the smell out?
Using Vinegar to Remove Urine Odor in Range Oven?Can I use cleaning vinegar vs. white distilled vinegar?
What Removes Smoke From Ceramics?My aunt made this ceramic church. They were heavy smokers. It was in my attic for over 15 years. What can I use to safely remove the smell of the cigarette smoke?
Removing the Smell of Beef Fat Smoke from Apartment?I made Yorkshire pudding to go with my Christmas roast this evening, and the process calls for heating some beef fat or drippings to the smoking point. Of course, I also had a few stray drips that hit the inside of the oven. I have very poor ventilation in my kitchen and absolutely no vent hood, or any nearby windows that I can open up while I'm cooking.
