Creating a Fresh Home Scent

Eliminating Odors at the Source

Regular deep cleaning is key to removing lingering odors from everyday life.

“Cleaning is hard work, but deep cleaning is the difference between a clean house and a fresh home scent.” – A homeowner

Small changes can make a big difference in clearing out unwanted smells and creating a clean, uplifting fragrance that makes every room feel welcoming. This is achieved by tackling odors at their source, rather than just covering them up with air fresheners.

Refreshing Soft Furnishings

* Laundering washable items according to their care instructions

* Using fabric refresher sprays or baking soda treatments

* Steaming upholstery and carpets for deeper odor removal

Freshening Your Kitchen

* Running citrus peels through the garbage disposal to clean the blades and release a fresh scent

* Creating a stovetop simmer pot with aromatic ingredients and fresh herbs

Pet-Friendly Fragrances

* Creating a pet-friendly fabric spray with baking soda, essential oils, and distilled water

* Strategically placing dried florals in pet beds, upholstery, and carpets

Layering Complementary Fragrances

* Choosing a foundational scent family and building around it

* Layering different scents to create depth and a more sophisticated olfactory experience

Introducing Fresh Air

* Creating a cross-breeze by opening windows on opposite sides of the home

* Using an air purifier in rooms that tend to develop stale odors

Candles and Flowers

* Using candles thoughtfully to avoid overpowering competing fragrances

* Displaying fresh flowers to bring a lovely scent into the home

DIY Diffuser and Baking Soda Jars

* Making your own diffuser with essential oils and carrier oils

* Creating baking soda jars to tackle unwanted odors and add a pleasant scent to the room

Expert Tips and Resources

* Check out our other useful cleaning guides, such as our 7 expert-approved tips to keep windowsills clean during pollen season and 5 common lawn care mistakes that are killing your yard. * Discover more cleaning solutions and tips from Tom’s Guide.