Discover the secret to a fresh-smelling home using bicarb soda!

Life's full of wonderful moments, from playing with our beloved pets to spending time with our family and experimenting with gourmet cooking.

But let's face it, with all these everyday exploits, our living spaces can sometimes absorb less pleasant smells.

You know the feeling when you're just trying to unwind and enjoy your home, and then suddenly, an unpleasant odour sneaks up on you, distracting you from the blissful atmosphere.



But fret not! There's a simple, cost-effective solution to tackle those unwanted smells—all you need is a box of bicarb soda from your kitchen cupboard!

This magical powder not only does a fantastic job at absorbing odours, but it's also incredibly affordable. You can easily find a 500g bag of bicarb at supermarkets like Woolies for just about $2.45.


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Bicarb soda, a versatile essential found in most pantries, works wonders in effectively absorbing odours around your home. Credit: Shutterstock.



To help you get started on the journey to a fresher-smelling home, we've put together a list of three easy and effective ways to use bicarb soda to neutralise those unpleasant odours:

Put it in a container in the fridge or cupboard

Fridges can be quite troublesome when they start emitting foul smells. But don't worry; there's a simple solution to tackle this issue! Any area in your home that tends to be damp can benefit from a powerful odour absorber like the bicarb soda.

Chantel Mila, whom we've featured at the SDC multiple times for her fantastic household tips and tricks, suggests using bicarb soda to combat fridge and cupboard odours.

Just grab a small dish or open container, pour in some bicarb soda, and then place it inside your fridge or cupboard. This will help absorb and neutralise those unpleasant smells effectively.

If you like, you can get creative and add a few drops of essential oils to the bicarb soda for a pleasant fragrance. But if you prefer to keep things simple, using the powder as it is works perfectly too.



Make sachets for your wardrobe and drawers

If you don't want the bicarb soda just sitting out in the open, no worries! You can use coffee filters or other small containers to hold the powder. Once you've made these handy sachets, you can put them in your wardrobe, shoe shelves, or clothing drawers. They'll work their magic and keep those areas smelling fresh and clean.

With this simple trick, you'll bid farewell to those pesky odours and enjoy a more pleasant home environment. Give it a try and see (or rather, smell) the difference!

Give smelly clothes a bicarb soda soak

If you're dealing with smelly clothes that need some extra care, soaking them in a bicarb solution can work wonders. Here's a simple step-by-step guide to make it easy for you:

Start by dissolving some bicarb soda in warm water. Then, put it in a bucket and fill it with cold water, making sure you have enough water to soak the item or items of clothing that need attention.



Now, place the garment/s into the bucket filled with the bicarb solution.

Let it soak overnight. This gives the bicarb soda enough time to work its magic and neutralise those unwanted odours. After the overnight soak, simply wash the clothes as you normally would.

Once they're washed, take a sniff to see if the smell has disappeared. If you still detect any lingering odour, don't worry! You can repeat the whole soaking process one more time to ensure the best results.

With a little bit of bicarb soda and some patience, you can easily freshen up your clothes and bid farewell to those stubborn smells.

Key Takeaways

  • Bicarb soda is a versatile pantry staple that is incredibly effective at absorbing odours in your home.
  • Three ways to use bicarb soda to remove bad smells: placing it in a small dish in the fridge or cupboard, creating little sachets for your wardrobe or drawers, and using it as a laundry soak for smelly clothes.
  • You can amplify the odour-removing effect of bicarb soda by adding a few drops of essential oils or vanilla essence.
  • These bicarb soda hacks are not only effective but also economical, with a 500g bag costing $2.45 at Woolworths.



We hope these tricks have helped you take your odour-removing skills to the next level! However, before you begin your journey of using bicarbonate for odour removal, remember that regularly cleaning your home is equally important to prevent those pesky and smelly odours from coming back.

Do you have any other tips or advice to share? Feel free to let us know in the comments below!
 

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