{"id":17919,"date":"2021-10-08T21:11:18","date_gmt":"2021-10-08T21:11:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=17919"},"modified":"2021-10-08T21:11:19","modified_gmt":"2021-10-08T21:11:19","slug":"9-cheap-ways-to-make-non-toxic-fresh-air-cleaners-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/9-cheap-ways-to-make-non-toxic-fresh-air-cleaners-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Cheap Ways To Make Non-Toxic Fresh Air Cleaners At Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You walk into your home after being gone at work or out shopping, and\u00a0<em>whoa\u00a0\u2026 something smells funky! But where is it coming from? You sniff. Your search. You\u2019re stumped. Has this ever happened to you?\n\n\n\n<p>Your home can be filled with all sorts of things that can make it smell downright yucky. When that happens, you may be tempted to quickly spray a commercial air freshener or light a candle, but those are just temporary cover-ups.\u00a0 You\u2019ve really got to get to the root of the problem to remove that horrible stench from your home for good.\u00a0\n\n\n\n</p><h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Tip #1: Homemade Room and Furniture Deodorizing Spray\n\n\n\n</h2><p>This simple recipe is a snap to make and safe to use either by spritzing into the air or spraying directly on that smelly couch or recliner. This spray uses your favorite essential oil. If you haven\u2019t used essential oils, I encourage you to check out my episode How to Use Essential Oils in Your Home to learn more about their natural, non-toxic benefits. Here\u2019s the quick and easy recipe for deodorizing room spray:\n\n\n\n</p><ul class='\"wp-block-list\"'><li>1 Tablespoon baking soda\n\n\n\n<ul class='\"wp-block-list\"'><li>2-3 drops of essential oil \u2013 I like lavender, lemon, orange, cinnamon, or peppermint. Use a scent you like or mix and match to create your own personal scent.\n\n\n\n<ul class='\"wp-block-list\"'><li>Distilled water\n\n\n\n<p>Mix the baking soda and essential oil thoroughly. Using a funnel to add this mixture to an 8-12 ounce spray bottle. Add distilled water to fill and shake well. Now, it\u2019s ready to use!\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"457\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/DIY-Odor-Neutralizer.png%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-17920\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/DIY-Odor-Neutralizer.png' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'> Tip #2 Simmer Pot Air Freshener\u00a0\n\n\n\n</h2><p>For a long-lasting wonderful aroma that permeates your entire home, try my simmer pot recipe. Use this around the winter holidays to create a warm, homey ambiance. It\u2019s also great in summer to get rid of stinky, sweaty smells that seem to come from everywhere. Mix and match your ingredients for a unique scent. Here\u2019s the basic recipe, but you should feel free to change it up:\n\n\n\n</p><ul class='\"wp-block-list\"'><li>1 orange, sliced</li><li>1 lemon, sliced</li><li>2 cinnamon sticks</li><li>4 whole cloves</li><li>1 bay leaf, fresh if possible\n\n\n\n<p>Add all these items to a medium pot or a small crock pot. Add water to fill about halfway. Turn the burner on to low and let this simmer all day. If using a crockpot, set it on low and let it freshen the air. Periodically check the water level and add water as needed.\n\n\n\n</p><h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>QUICK TIP!\n\n\n\n<blockquote class='\"wp-block-quote' is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow><p>Variations: Try adding pine needles and fresh cranberries during the holiday season. Use lemon and fresh mint for a light, summertime scent.\u00a0 Fresh lavender and oranges make a nice combination, too.\n\n\n\n</p><h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Tip #3: Carpet Refresher\n\n\n\n</h2><p>If you don\u2019t currently use baking soda as a natural cleaner in your home, I urge you to give it a try. It&rsquo;s easy, non-toxic, safe, cheap, and gets the job done fast:\n\n\n\n</p><p>1 cup baking soda<br>1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon<br>Mix these two ingredients well. Add to a shaker container \u2013 a clean parmesan cheese dispenser works well. Sprinkle liberally on your carpets and let stand for 30 \u2013 60 minutes. Vacuum as usual. Your carpets will smell clean and fresh (and your family will think you just baked some delicious cinnamon concoction!)\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img decoding='\"async\"' width='\"600\"' height='\"800\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/Get_Rid_of_Dust_Mites_with_cinnamon_oil.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-17914\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Get_Rid_of_Dust_Mites_with_cinnamon_oil.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Tip #4: Home and Car Fresheners\n\n\n\n</h2><p>Here\u2019s another easy way to use baking soda to kill stinky smells. These little freshener jars are great for bathrooms, closets, any room in the house, really. These make great car fresheners as well.\n\n\n\n</p><ul class='\"wp-block-list\"'><li>\u00bd cup baking soda</li><li>4-6 drops essential oil\n\n\n\n<p>Mix ingredients in a small glass jar. Either poke holes in the lid using a nail and hammer or if using a mason-type jar, stretch some fabric (I like to use burlap) across the mouth of the jar and secure with the ring lid only. Set these little deodorizers anywhere. Refresh every few weeks with 4-6 drops of new oil.\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-large><img decoding='\"async\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/lemon2-1024x683.jpeg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-6940\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/lemon2-1024x683.jpeg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Tip #5: Natural Room Diffuser\n\n\n\n</h2><p>You know those oil room diffusers that have the bamboo sticks in them? Sometimes they smell good but\u2026sometimes they smell, well, weird. What\u2019s in there anyway? Here\u2019s a super simple way to create your own room diffusers for just pennies.\n\n\n\n</p><ul class='\"wp-block-list\"'><li>Wooden bamboo skewers</li><li>Mrs. Meyer\u2019s Clean Day All Purpose Cleaner (Lemon Verbena)</li><li>Small jar or glass\n\n\n\n<p>Simply add enough cleaner to the jar or glass to fill it halfway. Take 8-10 bamboo skewers and trim to the right height, if necessary. Trim off the pointy ends and make sure the skewers are no more than twice the height of the glass. Add skewers to the glass and set wherever you want a fresh, clean scent.\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"800\"' height='\"800\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/1pcs-50ml-Essential-Oil-Reed-Diffuser-with-Natural-Rattan-Sticks-Rattan-Ball-and-Brown-Bottles-for.jpg_q50.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-17922\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/1pcs-50ml-Essential-Oil-Reed-Diffuser-with-Natural-Rattan-Sticks-Rattan-Ball-and-Brown-Bottles-for.jpg_q50.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Tip #6: Natural Air Freshener Gel\n\n\n\n</h2><p>Here\u2019s another option for an air freshener that you can set wherever you need the air sanitized. This gel freshener is a good option if you\u2019ve got small children, rowdy teenagers, clumsy husbands, or crazy pets. Since this air freshener is in gel form, it can\u2019t spill! Here\u2019s what you need:\n\n\n\n</p><ul class='\"wp-block-list\"'><li>20 drops of your favorite essential oil(s)</li><li>2 Tablespoons salt</li><li>4 packets of plain, unflavored gelatin (I used Knox brand)</li><li>Water</li><li>Empty glass food jars with screw-on lids\n\n\n\n<p>Bring 1 cup of water to a boil, remove it from heat, and gently stir in the\u00a0essential oils\u00a0and the salt. Continue stirring while carefully sprinkling in the gelatin. Once dissolved, slowly stir in 1 cup of cold water. Do not stir this vigorously or it will foam up and create a cloudy gel.\n\n\n\n</p><p>Place the jars on a cookie sheet and carefully pour the gelatin mixture into each jar. Move to a location where they won\u2019t be bumped or messed with and let sit for 2 to 3 days to set up. At this point the fresheners will smell very strong but don\u2019t worry; the scent will mellow out once you\u2019ve got the lids on.\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"500\"' height='\"500\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/06%5C/organic-essential-oils.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-7923\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/organic-essential-oils.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Tip #7: Smelly Shoe Deodorizing Spray\n\n\n\n</h2><p>This is a stink that invades just about every household. Here\u2019s a quick remedy to spritz on those smelly shoes:\n\n\n\n</p><ul class='\"wp-block-list\"'><li>2 teaspoons essential oil (thyme or tea tree oil work best)</li><li>2 cups water\n\n\n\n<p>Mix thoroughly and add to a spray bottle. Liberally spray shoes with this mixture and allow to completely dry before wearing.\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"700\"' height='\"700\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/stinky-shoe-spray-square.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-17923\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/stinky-shoe-spray-square.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Tip #8: Deodorizing Discs\n\n\n\n</h2><p>These powerful discs work well in garbage cans, diaper pails, gym bags, and closets. This recipe is enough for 24 discs:\n\n\n\n</p><ul class='\"wp-block-list\"'><li>2 cups baking soda</li><li>1-2 cups water</li><li>Several drops of essential oil</li><li>Silicone muffin pans, enough for 24\n\n\n\n<p>Heat the water to boiling and add the oil.&nbsp; Mix the liquid slowly into a bowl containing the baking soda.&nbsp; Add only enough liquid to make a spreadable paste.&nbsp; (The more water you mix in the longer the discs take to dry and harden.) &nbsp;Spoon the paste into silicone muffin pans. Let the discs dry completely. This may take several days. Once completely dried, remove the discs carefully from the muffin pans. Store in a jar or Ziploc bag until ready to use.\n\n\n\n</p><p>Put a disc in the bottom of your trash can or diaper pail to absorb odors. A disc added to a gym bag or gym locker keeps stinky smells at bay. Use wherever sneaky smells tend to get overwhelming.\n\n\n\n</p><div class='\"wp-block-image\"'><figure class='\"aligncenter' size-large><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/10%5C/DIY-Deodorizing-Disks-1024x683.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' class='\"wp-image-17924\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/DIY-Deodorizing-Disks-1024x683.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n\n\n<h2 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>Tip #9: Linen Spray\n\n\n\n</h2><p>This DIY linen spray freshens towels, bedding, clothes, and fabric-covered furniture. Pour 1 tablespoon vodka into a liquid measuring cup, then pour into a reusable spray bottle. Add 35 drops of essential oil (you can use a combination of scents if desired), then fill the bottle the rest of the bottle with distilled water. Attach the spray bottle lid, and shake to mix well.\u00a0\n\n\n\n</p><p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>You walk into your home after being gone at work or out shopping, and\u00a0whoa\u00a0\u2026 something smells funky! But where is it coming from? You sniff. Your search. You\u2019re stumped. Has this ever happened to you? Your home can be filled with all sorts of things that can make it smell downright yucky. 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