Battle bathroom odors with these simple home remedies
Even with regular cleaning, unpleasant odors often accumulate in the bathroom. These home methods will effectively eliminate bad smells.
Cleaning the bathroom is not only a matter of aesthetics but, above all, hygiene. Bad odors often originate from areas that we don't reach during routine cleaning.
The unpleasant smell may linger in the room due to accumulated soap scum, hair, or mold. The problem can also be a poorly installed plumbing system—if the shower drain is improperly placed, blockages will form. A third reason could be inadequate ventilation of the room. Problematic, too, are any rugs and other textiles that trap moisture and dirt. How can you neutralize irritating odors?
Home methods for bad odors in the bathroom
One popular method involves using essential oils. They can serve as a base for creating a refreshing spray. Simply combine water with several drops of your chosen essential oil, put the mixture in a spray bottle, and spritz inside cabinets, sinks, or on the floor. Essential oils also have antibacterial properties, which aids in additional disinfection of the surroundings.
Another recommended trick is preparing a strengthened mixture with essential oil, supplemented with three tablespoons of rice. This homemade air freshener will make a nice scent linger in the room for a long time. The essential oil can also be replaced with fragrant laundry perfume. Just leave the mixture in an open jar or on a plate.
Let's also not forget that baking soda neutralizes bad odors. Pour a larger amount into a small container and place it on one of the bathroom shelves. You can add dried flowers or scented bath salts to the soda. This way, you will not only remove unpleasant odors but also create a pleasant fragrance in the room.
