Good air quality can’t be achieved overnight, so what are some of the best products to make the house smell good? We care about your indoor air and that’s why we wrote this article to help you out!
When your house smells funky, musty, and unpleasant, you not only make your guests unhappy but you might also put your health at risk, as we mentioned in our article on the health effects of air pollution on humans.
Whether the odor comes from cooking smells from other apartments or if you’re trying to know how to get grease smell out of the house, different products can absorb these bad smells from your home or indoor area. From air purifiers to scented candles, we list down some great products to get you started in purifying your home.
How can I make my house smell good naturally?
- Clean up regularly. If you vacuum your home regularly then you might be able to lessen the bad smells that linger on carpets, upholstery, walls, and the like. Here are some handy vacuum cleaners that can get you started (if you don’t have one yet):
- Dyson Cyclone V10 – this cordless vacuum cleaner has 3 cleaning modes and can run to about an hour so you can reach anywhere without the dangling wire. It even has a torque drive cleaner head with bristles for thoroughly removing dirt from your surfaces. We also like that you can transform it into a handheld for smaller areas.
- Dyson Upright Vacuum Cleaner – if you prefer endless corded power, you might like this one. It can keep up to 0.55 gallons of dust and dirt while it also uses HEPA filter (similar to air purifiers) to trap allergens in its way. It also has a push-button bin-emptying mechanism to keep your hands off the dirt.
- Invest in an air purifier. These devices have odor-absorbing filters such as activated carbon. More often, they are part of a 3-stage or even 5-stage filter system that can clean your air depending on its size. Air purifiers also tend to be quiet so they are less likely to disturb you in your sleep.
- Ventilate your home. Sometimes, the bad odor can be stuck at home because you aren’t opening your windows and doors regularly. Try ventilating and see if the smell dissipates.
What is the best thing to absorb odors?
Below are some common items that can help absorb odor:
| Vinegar | A common household ingredient, vinegar can neutralize odors such as pet stains and the like. It can be mixed to form a water solution that you can spray and mop floors and walls with. |
| Scented Candles |  Aside from adding beauty to your home, scented candles can also neutralize bad odors since most of them are made from essential oils, such as the La Jolíe Muse Jasmine Scented Candle. We also like that the candle is cruelty-free and lead-free on the candlewick. |
| Charcoal | Charcoal is a natural odor-absorbing item and that’s why you’ll see it in most air purifiers. |
| Baking Soda | Aside from being a kitchen ingredient, baking soda can also absorb odor by sprinkling them over the surface of your concern. You can also use them on clothes and fabric if they smell bad. |
| Lemon Juice | Another household favorite is lemon juice since it absorbs odors due to the acidic nature. You can even use it to deodorize your microwave oven, especially microwaves that can smell like fried food. |
What is the strongest odor eliminator?
For us, an air purifier can be one of the strongest solutions in terms of absorbing odor. This is thanks to their activated carbon/charcoal filter, which neutralizes bad smells wherever you place them. Therefore, we picked some worthy air purifiers for you:
Austin Air A250B1 HealthMate Plus Junior Air Purifier
This air purifier has a 4-stage filter that uses medical-grade true HEPA as well as activated carbon for bad smells. This means it can absorb bad odors such as formaldehyde, VOCs, household chemicals, and the like, making it a good kitchen odor removal machine.
And because it has a 360-degree air intake in its design, this speeds up the air purifier’s cleaning ability. Moreover, it has 3-speed settings for you to choose from so you can use the lowest setting when you sleep at night.
Austin Air Bedroom Machine
It might look similar to our previous pick but this one has a 5-stage filter system so it is a bit stronger and more ideal for bigger rooms. It also has a set of wheels at the bottom so you can move it from room to room without marring your flooring or breaking a sweat.
Like the previous Austin air purifier, it can also absorb VOCs and other bad odors using its carbon filter and medical-grade true HEPA filter. We also like that it has a carbon and zeolite mixture in its filter system, which can be helpful if your odor problem comes from the mold.
What is the best natural odor eliminator?
If you ask us, charcoal is one of the most ideal natural odor eliminators out there since it neutralizes them rather than masks them. The Angbo Activated Bamboo Charcoal Air Purifying Bags caught our attention, which you can use anywhere around the house just by hanging them (it has a buckle and hoop design).
You can also find charcoal on most air purifiers – just look for the filter system and if it has activated charcoal/carbon then it can be a great odor eliminator for just about any bad smell at home or indoors. They can be used to deodorize your home against bad smells from pets, mold, household chemicals, and others.
Conclusion
To wrap it up, there are many ways to help improve your house’s smell – you just have to pick which one best suits your budget and needs. And remember, no matter how many products you have, discipline and proper cleaning are still the best way to avoid getting a musty and unpleasant odor around your home.
