You walk into your home and you catch a waft of… something. Is it the fish you fried yesterday? Or, is that funky smell coming from your pet? Perhaps, it’s from those boxes that you just retrieved from storage?
Either way, it’s not pleasant and the stench has to be gone from your home ASAP.
Now, you might be tempted to reach for that can of commercial air fresheners. But, before you do, you might want to consider a DIY alternative that’s far better for yourself, your home, and, well, your planet.
If you don’t know any alternatives, don’t fret. In this article, we’ll share with you some top DIY natural air fresheners for your home.
- Diffuse essential oils
The easiest way, of course, is to add a few drops of essential oil to your diffuser and let it do its thing. Some great options that will leave your home smelling fresh include tangerine, orange, lemon, bergamot, and lavender.
If you don’t have a diffuser, you can simply boil a pot of water. Then, remove it from the heat and add a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Leave it for a bit and the scent of the oil will work its way through your home.
- Deodorizing spray
You can also easily make your own natural air freshener spray. You’ll need:
- A spray bottle
- 35ml of water
- 60ml of alcohol 95%
- A total of 5ml (or 100 drops) of essential oils.
The vodka/alcohol will help to bind the essential oils and the water. All you need to do then is to combine all the ingredients in the spray bottle. Finally, shake well and spray.
Plus, you can go wild with the essential oils and mix and match the scents that you like to get to 5ml/100 drops. But, some foolproof combinations include:
- Tea tree and eucalyptus
- Lavender and chamomile
- A blend of citrus including grapefruit, tangerine, and lemon
- Orange and lavender
- Baking soda jar
This is as easy as it sounds and it will leave your home free of nasty odors and smelling great. You’ll need only baking soda and essential oils. The baking soda is a natural deodorizer and absorbs all the stink. Meanwhile, the essential oils offer delightful scents.
Combine ½ cup of baking soda with 5-6 drops of essential oil in a mason jar or a glass jar. Set it down in your bathroom, closet, and just about anywhere in your home. You can even place it in your car!
- DIY reed diffuser
If you don’t want to shell out for store-bought reed diffusers, you can easily make one at home. Make sure you have this on your hands:
- 25ml of jojoba oil
- 20ml of essential oils
- 5ml of alcohol
Just combine the above in a ceramic or glass vase. Give it a good shake and put in 7-8 reed diffuser sticks. When you feel like you want a stronger scent, just flip the sticks around.
And, there you have it! These are all easy methods to create DIY natural air fresheners for your home. Now, your home will smell amazing 24/7!
