Your home is a place for comfort and relaxation. A welcoming scent can transform any space, elevating the environment and leaving a lasting impression on your guests. But achieving that fresh, inviting aroma doesn’t have to come from artificial sprays or candles. You can create smells to make your home smell amazing while staying eco-friendly and healthy. Here are some natural ways to make your home smell incredible, while keeping it toxin-free!
Essential Oils
Essential oils can be used in various ways to make your home smell amazing. Some of them even have health benefits!
How can I use essential oils throughout my home?
- Use them in an essential oil diffuser to spread the scent around your home.
- Put drops of your favorite essential oils on your air filters.
- Create a DIY air freshener! These are especially useful for a natural odor-reducer in bathrooms.
- Put them on your mattresses while you wash your bedding. This is a great way to refresh your bedroom and mattress.
Simmer Pot
Simmer pots are one of the easiest ways to enhance the smell of your home. Plus, they’re completely customizable! All you do is gather your ingredients and boil them in water on your stove.
Fall Recipe
- apples
- oranges
- vanilla extract
- pumpkin pie spice
- allspice
- cinnamon (ground and/or whole sticks)
- rosemary
Winter Recipe
- Fresh cranberries or frozen cranberries
- Oranges fresh or dried
- Cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon
- Whole cloves or ground cloves
- Allspice berries or ground allspice
- Ground nutmeg
- Rosemary sprigs
- Fresh evergreen
Spring Recipe
- Fresh blueberries
- Slices of fresh lemon
- Mint leaves
- Cinnamon sticks
- Dried lavender flowers
- Sliced fresh ginger
Summer Recipe
- Lemon slices
- Grapefruit dried or fresh
- Lavender sprigs
- Rosemary sprigs
Baking Soda
Baking soda is a quick, easy and inexpensive way to remove odors from your home. All you have to do is pour it into a bowl or directly on the desired surface, and it does the work for you!
Carpets and Rugs
Sprinkle baking soda on your carpets and rugs, and let it sit for 1-2 hours. Then, vacuum the rug or carpet, and it’s deodorized!
Mattresses
Simply sprinkle baking soda on your mattresses, and let it sit for 1-2 hours. Then, vacuum. Voilà, your mattress is refreshed!
Throughout Your Home
Pour baking soda in a bowl, and place it in areas like your pantry, stove, refrigerator, bathroom, etc. that might carry unwanted odors.
Garbage Disposal
If you have trouble keeping your garbage disposal deodorized, baking soda may do the trick! Mix 1/2 cup of baking soda with hot water, and pour it down your drain with the disposal on.
Potpourri
Potpourri is a great way to make your home smell amazing, and you can customize your recipe to suit your exact preferences! It’s also an easy, budget-friendly gift for all occasions.
How to make potpourri –
- Gather ingredients.
- Common potpourri ingredients include:
- dried herbs
- dried spices
- dried apple or orange slices
- orange or lemon peel
- dried flowers
- pine cones
- your favorite essential oils
- Common potpourri ingredients include:
- Add 6-8 drops of essential oils to your mix of ingredients and toss.
- Put your mixture in a decorative bowl and place in the desired area of your home.
Air Purifier
Air purifiers are mostly known for providing cleaner air in your home, but they can also remove unwanted odors. Having an air purifier has many benefits to your health, as well. These include:
- Removal of allergens
- Reduce the risk of airborne viruses
- Promotion of a better sleep environment
A naturally fresh-smelling home is more than just a lifestyle choice—it promotes a healthier living environment! From using essential oils to incorporating ingredients, each method not only enhances your space but also creates a space that prioritizes well-being for you and your loved ones. We hope these tips motivate you to naturally create amazing scents throughout your home!
