If you’ve had enough of chemical based cleaners in your home, but your carpets need a good deodorizer, consider a DIY natural recipe that will leave your carpets and the air you breathe, cleaner.
Your carpets will represent everything that is brought into your home. Dirt, moisture, dander, and allergens will all make a home in your carpets, and you’ll know it by the smell. Vacuuming can only do so much to rid your carpets of all that debris, and the odour that comes from your carpets is proof. If there is any doubt that your carpets are contributing to the foul odour in your home, get down and give them a sniff. The sniff test never lies.
If you are in search of a deodorizer that is both natural and effective, a good vacuum should be your first step. If your carpet is not wall to wall, lift it and vacuum both underneath it and the underside of the carpet. You might also first consider having your carpets cleaned by the professionals. A clean slate is a great place to start before deodorizing. At Kleen Rite we use hot steam to clean your carpets, meaning you don’t have to worry about chemicals being used.
Purchase a jar with holes in the lid to disperse your DIY deodorizer. If you can’t find one, simply punch holes in the lid of a jar you already have around the house.
Baking soda makes a great natural deodorizer and is easy on the wallet. Consider buying in bulk. Carpets can be deodorized often, and you may even choose to apply this natural deodorizer once a month. You’ll certainly notice the difference not only in the smell of your carpets but also the entire house. Furniture too, will benefit from this DIY deodorizer.
Choose your scent. Don’t just eradicate those bad smells, consider adding your favourite scent. While some scents such as thyme and lemon are strong deodorizing scents, the sky’s the limit. Choose one or choose several. Purchase your deodorizing scent in oil form and add up to 20 drops to the baking soda. Combine all ingredients and mix very well. Transfer your new natural deodorizer to your shaker jar and have at it.
Be sure to distribute evenly over the carpet in a thin layer and let is sit for at least 20 minutes. Leaving your natural deodorizer on overnight won’t hurt your carpets. Next, vacuum and sniff. Your homemade deodorizer will leave your carpets smelling brand new without putting your pets and loved ones at risk with all those nasty chemicals.
Store your new deodorizer in a dry place to be used again. Though this natural deodorizer is safe, it is best to keep out of the reach of children as it can certainly be an irritant if inhaled.
If you’ve had enough of chemical based cleaners in your home, but your carpets need a good deodorizer, consider a DIY natural recipe that will leave your carpets cleaner as well as the air you breathe, healthier.
