If you’ve ever wondered how to make your home smell good without using products filled with chemicals, you’re in the right place.
Have you ever stepped into a spa and felt relaxed right away? Or perhaps you have entered a store or someone’s house and thought, “this place smells amazing?” Imagine if you could bring these feelings into your own home.
A cozy home isn’t just about aesthetics It’s about creating a relaxing retreat that feels inviting and boosts your mood. If you are planning a relaxing weekend, or inviting guests for a celebration, the way your home smells can make a big difference.
In this blog we’ll explore simple and natural ways to make your home smell good with essential oils, diffusers and easy to use tips to keep unpleasant odours at bay. Get ready to transform your living space into the scented wonderland you’ve always wanted.
This blog is all about how to make your home smell good naturally.
1. Start with a good clean
When the weather takes a down turn, and the darkness comes quickly, we begin to spend more time indoors. The windows stay closed and odours linger. It’s often not enough to mask odours with stronger, more preferable scents. A clean home is the first step to make your home smell good.
Beginning with a good clean gets rid of dirt and grime and is a helpful way to know that you are starting with a healthy blank canvas. Plus, tidying your space provides the extra benefit of helping to clear the mind.
Create a checklist that includes each room listed separately. You can make a list of what needs to be done per room, including washing and changing the linens in bedrooms, cleaning the windows, and moving appliances to clean behind them. If you do not have a fan in your bathroom, plan some time to open the window to let shower humidity escape.
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2. Spend some time on the drains
Drains are often the source of unwanted odour. Boil the kettle and run hot water through your drains once a month, including both the kitchen and bathroom drains. You can also use baking soda and vinegar recipes to help neutralize odours in the drain. For very stubborn odours in the kitchen drain, you may need to clean out the trap. You can do this yourself if you feel that you have the knowledge to do so. Definitely call a professional plumber if you need help, as this requires removing the pipe below the sink. Removing dirt and odour at the source is a healthy way to make your home smell good.
3. Scented Décor
Make your own scented décor so that you can personalize your choices. Make your own potpourri with a cute basket from your local craft store, dried spices from the bulk store and a few drops of essential oil.
4. Scented Candles
Make your own candles and choose scents that interests you. Make sure that you know how to make, and burn, candles safely. Candles can be a wonderful addition to scented décor but they can also be dangerous. Using them safely is a wonderful way to make your home smell good.
5. Essential Oils
There are a number of ways to use essential oils to help make your home smell good. Using a clay diffuser can help to scent a small space. This is a great option on a bedside table or office.
Use a reed diffuser to provide visual interest while lightly scenting a slightly larger space. Reed diffusers can be beautiful so I would recommend placing one in your living room, home office or bedroom.
Ultrasonic diffusers are probably the most well known style of diffuser. This type of diffuser uses water and vibration to launch scented molecules into the air to provide scent, cleansing and other benefits.
6. DIY Room Spray
Make your own room spray to help with lingering odours. It’s helpful to keep one in the bathroom in plain sight for your guests. You can also use it on furniture and bedding. Room sprays are another easy and great way to make your home smell good.
7. Simmer Pot
A simmer pot is an easy and effective way to make your home smell good. It’s very easy and fully customizable. Just fill a pot with water and add your favourite ingredients such as one lemon (sliced), two sticks of cinnamon, and 4-5 whole cloves. Turn the heat to medium and enjoy the scented filtering through the house. It’s important to keep a watch on your simmer pot or set a timer to check the water level and you don’t want your pot to run dry.
8. Sachets
For an extra burst of freshness, create sachets for your closets and drawers. You can use organza bags for this project, usually found at the dollar store or your local craft store. You will need cotton pads or balls and your favourite essential oil. I find that lavender or peppermint work best. Place one or two drops of essential oil on the cotton pad. Place it in the organza bag and hang it in your closet or place it in a clothing drawer. You will need to renew your scent about once a month to keep these places fresh.
9. Incorporate Plants
Plants may help to cleanse the air, and some plants may even provide a refreshing scent to your space. Build an indoor herb garden with basil or rosemary to help provide the fresh scent of green herbs to your space.
Other plants can help you to cleanse the air. Some plants to consider are the spider plant, aloe vera, English ivy, and snake plant.
A home that smells good can create care and comfort for you and your guests. Follow these tips to create a space that’s inviting, relaxing, and uniquely yours. Choose essential oils, fresh plants, or simple cleaning hacks, to make your home smell good naturally and effortlessly. Now it’s time for you to transform your home into a spa-like haven! Start small. Choose one tip from this list and try it today. Let us know in the comments which one is your favorite!
