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Cleaning Rotten Meat Odors from a FreezerThis is a page about cleaning rotten meat odors from a freezer. A power outage or a malfunctioning freezer can leave you with spoiled meat and the odor that comes with that.

 

Cleaning Rotten Meat Odors From a CarThis is a page about cleaning rotten meat odors from a car. Meat accidentally left in the car can quickly become rotten and fill your car with a very bad odor.

 

Removing Skunk Smell from HouseSkunk smell can be very unpleasant for everyone nearby. If a skunk sprays on or near your home it can be almost impossible to be in the house. This is a page about removing skunk smell from house.

 

Identifying and Eliminating Odor in Mobile Home?This is a page about identifying and eliminating odor in mobile home. Excess moisture, pets and pests can create troublesome smells in a mobile home.

 

Cleaning Mouse Urine Odor From a Range and OvenThis is a page about cleaning mouse urine odor from a range and oven. To your horror, that odd odor in the kitchen is the result of a mouse exploring your stove.

 

Removing Cat Urine Smell From Car InteriorThis is a page about removing cat urine smell from car interior. If your kitty has an accident in the car, it is time to get out your cleaning supplies. The smell of urine in a closed car can get very strong.

 

Cleaning Fish Smell From a Refrigerator?This is a page about cleaning fish smell from a refrigerator. The smell of old or rotten fish in your refrigerator is not only unpleasant but also can be a challenge to remove.

 

Removing Rotten Seafood Odors From a...This is a page about removing rotten seafood odors from a car. Food accidentally spilled or left in a hot car can quickly fill your vehicle with a really bad smell.

 

Removing Urine Odors From an Air Vent?This is a page about removing urine odors from an air vent. Cleaning odors from an air vent can be difficult.

 

Using Charcoal to Remove OdorsCharcoal is used to remove odors in many situations. This is a page about using charcoal to remove odors.

 

Removing Cat Urine Odor from Paper?Accidents happen, but when your cat pees on a book or important papers you may be scrambling to find the best clean-up method. This page offers some simple suggestions for removing cat urine odor from paper.

 

Getting Rid of a Musty Smell in the BasementBasements are notorious for developing musty smells. This is a page about getting rid of a musty smell in the basement.

 

Getting Rid of Odors in an Outdoor Kennel?Outdoor kennels often are erected on the dirt. Urine and feces odors in the soil can be difficult to remove. Even if the kennel has a concrete floor special cleaning may be required. This is a page about getting rid of odors in an outdoor kennel.

 

Removing Mothball Smell From Your HouseThe strong odor of these moth deterrers can linger in your home. This page is about removing mothball smell from your house.

 

Removing Musty Smells from CupboardsThis is a page about removing musty smells from cupboards. Where mold and mildew have developed, stubborn odors can be difficult to remove.

 

Removing Cigarette Smoke Odor from LeatherCigarette smoke permeates everything in a smokers household. Removing the odor of cigarettes can be difficult, especially from anything leather. This is a page about removing cigarette smoke odor from leather.

 

Cleaning Odors From Ice Cube TraysThis is a page about cleaning odors from ice cube trays. Plastic ice cube trays can absorb odors from foods in your freezer.

 

Cleaning Moldy Smelling Dollar Bills?This is a page about cleaning moldy smelling dollar bills. When money gets wet and not dried properly, it can smell bad from mildew and mold.

 

Cleaning Odors from Kitchen CabinetsThis is a page about cleaning odors from kitchen cabinets. Kitchen cabinets can harbor odors either from their contents or from cooking.

 

Removing Curry Odor?This page is about removing curry odor. Cooking with this pungent spice can leave a lingering smell that some people can find offensive.

 

How to Remove Human Urine Odors from Carpet?If your carpet has been urinated upon, it may be difficult to remove the smell. Here are some ideas for how to remove human urine odors from carpet.

 

Cleaning Turpentine From Fabric and Clothing?This is a page about cleaning turpentine from fabric and clothing. The strong pine smell of turpentine can be difficult to remove from clothing.

 

Removing Odors From a SuitcaseSuitcases spend a lot of time stored away until they are needed for your next trip. Sometimes the storage conditions are perfect for the growth mold, mildew, and bacteria. This is a page about removing odors from a suitcase.

 

Using Vinegar as a Natural Odor EliminatorVinegar is a great odor eliminator, not only is it natural and non-toxic but it really works! Learn how to use vinegar as a natural odor eliminator in this page.

 

Removing Odors From Dresser DrawersThis is a page about removing odors from dresser drawers. Older furniture can have a musty odor which in the case of a dresser can transfer to your clothing.

 

Getting Rid of Cat Urine OdorsThis is a page about getting rid of cat urine odors. The smell of cat urine is very unpleasant.

 

How to Remove Cat Urine Odor from a Microfiber CouchThere are commercial products that can help remove the odor. Additionally, spraying with a vinegar and water mixture and blotting well can also help. Always do a spot test when cleaning upholstered furniture. This is a page about getting rid of cat urine odor from a microfiber couch.

 

Use Baby Powder for a Fresh CarpetMany people find that if used carefully, baby powder can help to freshen carpet. This is a page about use baby powder for a fresh carpet.

 

Removing Scented Oil Type Odor from House?My wife and I just moved into a new house. It is a great house, but it smells. Now here is the "strange" part; it doesn't smell like dog or skunk. It smells like we're living in a candle store. It's not the best of scent choices and it's overpowering.

 

How to Remove Vomit Smell from a Car?The odor of vomit can be quite strong and difficult to remove from your car. This is a page about removing vomit smell from a car.

 

Removing Chemical Odors From New Clothing?This is a page about removing chemical odors from new clothing. New clothing often has a chemical odor resulting from the use of products, such as formaldehyde, that help with wrinkle resistance and stain resistance. Similarly, there are pesticide smells that are found on imported clothing.

 

Removing Mothball Odor From a Cedar Chest?This is a page about removing a mothball odor from a cedar chest. The odor of moth balls can so permeate a cedar chest as to make it unusable until you can remove the smell.

 

Cleaning Musty Odors on Christmas DecorationsThis is a page about cleaning musty odors on Christmas decorations. Christmas decorations are stored for 11 months a year. It can be easy for them to pick up musty odors.

 

Removing Urine Odor from Skin?When a person suffers from incontinence they can develop a urine odor that is difficult to remove. This page is about removing urine odor from skin.

 

How to Remove Musty Odor from PaperPaper, such as cards and letters, that have been stored for a long time or in a damp place can develop a musty odor. Airing them out, masking the odor with scents, or using newspaper or charcoal in a container with the paper items, are all possible solutions. This is a page about how to remove a musty odor from paper.

 

Removing Sulfur Odors from Laundry?This is a page about removing a sulfur odor from clothing. Some household water sources can smell like sulfur, likewise certain cleaning products also have a sulfur smell. This odor can transfer to your laundry and be difficult to remove.

 

Removing Burnt Food Smell from HouseThis is a page about removing burnt food smell from house. Not only did dinner burn, now the house smells of burnt food.

 

Removing Smoke Odor from Artificial Plants?This is a page about removing smoke odor from artificial plants. Smoke from a house fire or cigarettes can leave an odor on your artificial plants.

 

Use Your Slow Cooker as an Air FreshenerThis is a page about use your slow cooker as an air freshener. A mixture of water, baking soda, and a pleasant scent such a cinnamon can be simmered in your slow cooker to freshen the air in your home.

 

Cleaning Diesel Fuel Odors From Inside a Car?This is a page about cleaning diesel fuel odors from inside a car. Fuel odors can be difficult to remove from the inside of your car.

 

Cat Urine Odor on Wood Cabinets?Removing the odor of cat urine from you wooden cabinets can be done with both home remedies, such as baking soda or vinegar, and a number of commercial products made for this purpose. This is a page about cat urine odor on wood cabinets.

 

Smell Coming From Under a RefrigeratorThis is a page about smelling coming from under a refrigerator. Most refrigerators have a removable drip tray underneath. Odors can originate there or from something lost beneath your fridge.

 

Removing Spoiled Food Odors from RefrigeratorThere's nothing worse than opening your refrigerator and smelling spoiled food. Even after the food is removed sometimes the smell still remains. This is a page about removing spoiled food odors from your refrigerator.

 

How to Remove Bleach Odors from Clothing?Often the smell of bleach will remain in your laundry even after the final wash and rinse. There are products such as Anti-Chlor that you can buy or give, vinegar, baking soda, and airing out a try. This is a page about how to remove bleach odors from clothing.

 

Removing Musty Smell from ClothingThis page is about removing musty smell from clothing. Allowing clothes to be damp for too long can result in a funky smell.

 

Removing Musty Smells From Leather?Mold and mildew can create strong odors when given a chance to grow. This page is about removing musty smells from leather.

 

Removing Urine Stains and Odor From ClothingThis is a page about removing urine odor from fabrics. Urine odor can be difficult to remove from fabric. With the know how, you can have your clothes smelling fresh again.

 

Removing Rodent Urine Smell on Outdoor Furniture Cushions?Last summer we moved to the country. I stored my outdoor furniture cushions in a Rubbermaid container and put them inside an unattached garage.

 

Removing Rubber Odor from Clothing?This is a page about removing rubber odor from clothing. Sometimes clothes and shoes can have a strong rubber smell that can be a challenge to remove.

 

Removing Odors from Cabin?This is a page about removing odors from cabin. Often because they are not used frequently a cabin can smell musty and dusty.

 

Getting Rid of Dead Rodent Odors in a Wall?When a rodent dies inside your wall there are only a few solutions. One is to open the wall and remove it. Otherwise, you will be waiting for the odor to dissipate and using products to help absorb or mask it in the meantime. This is a page about getting rid of dead rodent odor in a wall.

 

Removing Odors From New Furniture?This is a page about removing odors from new furniture. New furniture often is delivered to your home complete with its own array of odors, coming from the chemicals used in the manufacture of the furniture and upholstery materials.

 

Removing Cigarette Smoke Smell from an Apartment?If your apartment smells like cigarette smoke, it can be a challenge to get the odor cleaned out of the rental space. This is a page about removing cigarette smoke smell from an apartment.

 

Removing Petroleum Based Solvent Odor...This is a page about removing petroleum based solvent odor from clothing. Solvents such as Goo Gone and Goof Off are very aromatic and it can be difficult to remove the odor from your laundry.

 

Cleaning Pet Urine Odors on FloorsThe are several ways to remove pet urine odors from your tile, laminate, hardwood, and resilient floors. This is a page about cleaning pet urine odors on floors.

 

Cleaning a Dog KennelThis page is about cleaning a dog kennel. When dogs need to be kenneled, it is important to keep their environment clean and safe to maintain their health.

 

Removing Pickle Odor from a Jar?This is a page about removing pickle odor from a jar. Some odors can be very persistent and present a cleaning challenge.

 

Smoke Odors in My Apartment from NeighborsOne of the downsides to apartment dwelling, in addition to noise, is that odors from adjoining apartments can find their way into yours. This is a page about smoke odors in my apartment from neighbors.

 

Removing Cigarette Smoke Odors From a...The smell of cigarette smoke is strong, pervasive, and often lingers in a home. This page is about removing cigarette smoke odors from a house.

 

Getting Cooking Oil Smell Out of ClothingThis is a page about getting cooking oil smell out of clothing. Often after cooking the odor of the cooking oil can linger in clothing and other fabrics.

 

Cleaning Pet Urine Odor From Hardwood FloorsAccidents happen, but removing urine odors from wood floors can seem like a big job. This is a page about cleaning pet urine odors from hardwood floors.

 

Removing Mothball Smell from Popup Camper?This is a page about removing mothball smell from a popup camper. Many owners will use mothballs to repel mice when the camper is closed and unused for a period of time. While this may work it will leave a strong odor lingering in the popup camper when you are ready to use it.

 

Removing Cigarette Smoke Smell from a Mattress?This is a page about removing cigarette smoke smell from a mattress. Cigarette smoke can permeate everything in a smoker's home. Some items are more difficult to clean of the odor than others.

 

Removing Smoke Odors from FurnitureThis is a page about removing smoke odors from furniture. Whether you are a former smoker or have acquired some used furniture from smokers, the odor is not pleasant and can be difficult to remove.

 

Removing Odors From a MattressThis is a page about removing odors from a mattress. Through normal usage a mattress can develop noticeable unpleasant odors.

 

Getting Rid of Bleach SmellChlorine bleach is a strong chemical and when used as a diluted cleaner can leave a strong odor. This page is about getting rid of bleach smell.

 

Remedies for Stinky ShoesThe smell of stinky shoes can be overwhelming and make you want to throw them away. There are a number of good ways to remove and prevent the odors. This is a page about removing odors from stinky shoes.

 

Removing Gasoline Smell on SkinThis page is about removing gasoline smell on skin. Gas can get spilled on your hands when filling your auto or power equipment. It has a very strong odor.

 

Natural Jar Air FreshenerKeep your home smelling fresh with a non-toxic natural air freshener using a jar. Learn how to make this homemade jar air freshener in this page.

 

Removing Cigarette Odor from a Newlife Elite Oxygen Machine?How can I get the cigarette smell out of a NewLife Elite oxygen machine?

 

Removing Mothball Smell from FurnitureThis is a page about removing mothball smell from furniture. Removing the strong odor of mothballs from drawers, trunks, and other furniture can be frustrating.

 

Rodent Odor in Walls and Vents?Once mice have been in residence in a house they can die in the walls and heating system, making them difficult to find. This page is about rodent odor in walls and vents.

 

Getting Cat Urine Off Outdoor Wicker Furniture?Unfortunately outside cats tend to mark lots of spots including your outdoor furniture. Removing cat urine from outdoor wicker furniture can usually be done successfully by using one of the ideas found on this page.

 

Getting Rid of Gasoline Smell in CarThe odor of spilled gasoline in your car can be overpowering. This is a page about getting rid of gasoline smell in car.

 

Removing Paint OdorsPaint odors can linger in your home after you've finished your project. This page is about removing paint odors.

 

Removing Gasoline Smell from Wood Furniture?This is a page about removing gasoline smell from wood furniture. Gasoline odors on your wood furniture can be so strong that the furniture is unusable. Before you choose to no longer use the furniture it is worth trying to deodorize it.

 

Removing Musty Odor from an Antique TrunkOld trunks can develop a musty smell over time and based on where they have been stored. This is a page about removing musty odor from an antique trunk.

 

Using Perfume as Air FreshenerThis is a page about using perfume as air freshener. In addition to using it to freshen ourselves, perfume can provide a delightful scent when used as an air freshener.

 

Homemade Cleaner for Pet Urine OdorsThis is a page about homemade cleaners for pet urine odors. There are many commercial and homemade products you can use to remove pet urine odors from furniture and carpet. However, finding a solution to urine odors on other surfaces may be more elusive.

 

Turpentine Odors?I spilled a turpentine based cleaner on the cement basement floor. The stain came out with water (actually the area is cleaner) but the smell still remains.

 

Removing Cat Pee Smell From Clothing?This is a page about removing cat pee smell from clothing. The odor of cat pee can be difficult to remove completely from clothes.

 

Removing Perfume SmellThis is a page about removing perfume smell. With perfume, a little goes a long way, too much and the lovely fragrance can be overwhelming. Removing the excess from your skin or perhaps a lingering odor in a room can be done easily.

 

Chemical Odor After Having Granite...This is a page about chemical odor after having granite counter tops installed. The padding can used in countertop and sink installation can leave a foul smell.

 

Removing Cigarette Smoke OdorsThe odor from cigarette smoke is strong, pervasive, and often difficult to remove. This is a page about removing cigarette smoke odors.

 

Removing Onion SmellThis is a page about removing onion smell. A very pungent vegetable, the onion creates a distinct odor that may need to be absorbed. It contains certain substances that may irritate eyes.

 

Eliminating Cooking Smells After Frying FishThis is a page about eliminating cooking smells after frying fish. The odor of recently fried fish can linger for awhile.

 

Removing Burnt Plastic Smell in Dishwasher?A plastic cup fell onto the heater coil on my dishwasher while it was in the drying cycle and I can't seem to get the smell to disappear now. Any ideas?

 

Rancid Smelling Dish Towels?I have rancid smelling cloth dinner napkins and dish towels, usually from using them to drain fried foods. I've washed them in bleach, but the smell does not come out. Any suggestions?

 

Removing Smoke Smells From a Car?Cigarette smoke odors or smoke smells resulting from a car fire can be difficult to remove from all of the interior surfaces and fabrics of your car. This page offers suggestions for removing these odors.

 

Cleaning Odors on Faux FurFaux fur clothing and other items made with this synthetic fabric can pick up odors as do other types of material. To remove them you need to keep in mind the restrictions on cleaning faux fur, which is not always washable. This page offers some suggestions for cleaning odors on faux fur.

 

Cleaning Diesel Fuel Odors from ClothingThis is a page about cleaning diesel fuel odors from clothing. The smell of diesel fuel can be quite overpowering when spilled on clothing.

 

Odors Coming From Downstairs Apartment?I share the 2nd floor of a duplex and the neighbor downstairs is extremely dirty. *Think the worst episode of Lifetime's 'How clean is your house?'*

 

Removing Musty Smell from a Bed?Removing a musty smell from a bed will probably require some deep cleaning. This is a page about removing musty smell from a bed.

 

Removing Rotten Food Odors From a CarThis page is about removing rotten food odors from a car. If some food gets forgotten or spilled in a car, it can leave behind a disgusting smell.

 

Smell from New Leather Furniture?This is a page about smell from new leather furniture. Natural leather furniture does come with a "leather" smell. However, the processing of leather for furniture includes not only the tanning process, but may also involve applying other chemicals to provide stain resistance, for example.

 

Problems With Air Fresheners Fading?I think that something is wrong with me or my house.

 

Rotten Meat Smell in a Room?My freezer died and it leaked bloody water onto the floor (wooden) of my outdoor utility house. I have mopped the area with bleach and dried with fans, but the odor is still there. How can I get rid of the rotten blood/meat smell?

 

How to Remove Underarm Odors on a Prom Dress?Prom and dancing can lead to sweating and, unfortunately, prom dresses are often difficult to clean. This is a page about how to remove underarm odors on a prom dress.

 

Removing Wood Smell from New Pine Drawers?I've just bought a new set of pine drawers. They obviously smell very strongly of wood, but the drawers are going into our nursery, and I don't want all the baby's clothes to smell too. I've looked at drawer liners, but I think I'll just end up with a wood smell plus the liner scent, and I really want to remove the smell, not cover it.

 

Removing Incense Odor?How does one get rid of incense odor? We have a rental property where tenant used incense constantly with no cleaning. The smell is overpowering.

 

Removing Musty Smell from Fire Proof Safe?How do I remove a musty smell from documents stored in a fire proof safe?

 

How to Use Fresh Mint as an Air FreshenerIf you grow your own mint, you can gather the sprigs, crush them, and place in a bag or bowl to freshener the air in your home. This is a page about using fresh mint for an air freshener.

 

Removing Musty Smell from a Wedding Dress?Stored clothing can develop a musty odor over time. Hanging it near an open window can help air it out and potentially cause the odor to dissipate. This is a page about removing musty smell from a wedding dress.

 

Remove Urine Odors from a MattressThis is a page about remove urine odors from a mattress. A strong smell that can be difficult to remove from a mattress.

 

Cat Litter to Deodorize Stinky SneakersPour some cat litter, scented or unscented, into a pair of heavy socks or sock slippers and close it with a rubber band. Drop the litter filled socks into the pair of shoes or sneakers. Litter was created to reduce and remove some heavy duty odors, so it's perfect for this!

 

Fragrant Dryer Sheets for ShoesDryer sheets are a great way to deodorize stinky shoes. Here is this tip in action.

 

Mildew Smell on TowelsDamp towels can begin to grow mold and mildew resulting in a musty odor, even after washing. There are several products you can use in the wash to help eliminate the smell. This is a page about mildew smell on towels.

 

Deodorizing a Cooler or Ice ChestThis is a page about deodorizing a cooler or ice chest. Coolers and ice chests can absorb odors from the foods stored inside.

 

Cleaning Spilt Pine O Clean From Carpet?I spilt Pine O Clean in my car. How to fix that smell. Thank you

 

Removing Bleach Smell from a House?I was mopping and spilled some bleach. Now my entire house smells of bleach and I need to know how to remove this smell from all rooms of my house?

 

Removing Dog Urine Odor from Leather Couch?Our dog peed on our grey leather couch. There is no stain, but you can smell it. I didn't notice it until about 2 days in I am guessing! How do I get the smell out? Also the part where she peed you can not take out the stuffing. There is no zipper.

 

Removing the Smell of Beef Fat Smoke from Apartment?I made Yorkshire pudding to go with my Christmas roast this evening, and the process calls for heating some beef fat or drippings to the smoking point. Of course, I also had a few stray drips that hit the inside of the oven. I have very poor ventilation in my kitchen and absolutely no vent hood, or any nearby windows that I can open up while I'm cooking.

 

Removing Dog Urine from Wooden Table Legs?Recently I adopted a new dog, he's been great except for having a habit of scent marking the base of the legs of our coffee and end tables. He's done it so much that the wood has been absorbing the urine and it's now been wicked into the wood itself. How can I get the smell out of the wood as well as neutralizing the scent enzymes so that he won't keep going back and marking it again?

 

What Removes Smoke From Ceramics?My aunt made this ceramic church. They were heavy smokers. It was in my attic for over 15 years. What can I use to safely remove the smell of the cigarette smoke?