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4 ways to make your home smell fantastic

home cleaning tips

When people enter a home, office, or restaurant scent is one of the first things our senses automatically notice. Most homes have a particular smell, it is almost impossible for a space to smell like nothing. Between the pets, cooking, kids and just living everyday life, you’re house is bound to have a mixture of different aromas. But getting your house to smell good is easy!  Here are a few ways to make your entire home smell fantastic.

  Simmer potpourri on the stove

Potpourri is a mixture of dried, naturally fragrant plant materials, used to provide a gentle natural scent, it is often placed in a decorative bowl. Simmering some on the stove is a great way to make your house smell nice. You can try different combinations like cinnamon, lemon with vanilla and rosemary, orange, apples, etc. 

  Add essential oils to the air filter

To make your whole house smell fresh, try adding a few drops of a nice smelling essential oil to your air filter. This will make the scent spread throughout the house and make everything smell great. Make sure to choose oils that are free from chemicals and unnatural fillers. Some scents that will freshen your home and provide relaxation and cleansing qualities are lemon, lavender, and clove.

 Decorate with eucalyptus leaves

Real eucalyptus leaves emit a pleasant smell that can help to freshen up your entire house. Keep some in a vase in the bathroom or living room for pretty and effective deodorizing where you need it most.

 Clean your garbage disposal

It’s easy to get your garbage disposal smelling good again. Here’s a trick, gather old lemon or orange peels and put them in ice cube trays with water. Then freeze everything together and run it through your disposal. The ice cubes help clean your disposal blades, while the peels offer natural, chemical-free deodorizing.

These easy tricks can make your home smell good in no time. Of course, the best solution for a home or office to always smell clean and fresh is to have a professional cleaning company visit your home and make their magic. Schedule an appointment today!