7 Ways to Make Your Home Smell Fresh & Clean! DIY Air Fresheners! (Clean My Space)

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    Quick DIY Air Fresheners to make your home smell great!
    Part of having a clean home is having a clean SMELLING home! Here are some of my favourite little tips and tricks for helping to spruce up the scent of your space. All of these methods cost next to nothing, take almost no time to do, and have a huge impact. Whether you are looking to deodorize a space or add in a fresh, gentle scent, I've got you covered.
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  • @cleanmyspace
    @cleanmyspace  2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    7 EXPERT CLEANING TIPS YOU NEED TO BE USING: th-cam.com/video/-C-ic2H24OU/w-d-xo.html

  • @acmulhern
    @acmulhern 7 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Lavender and eucalyptus essential oils on your pillow when you've got a light cold. Best night's sleep ever!

  • @nathanhaimson
    @nathanhaimson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +276

    This is so helpful thank you. Sometimes when depression hits hard, you sometimes put off cleaning for a long time so when you go to fix it, everything that's been neglected is so overwhelming you really don't know where to start. Having videos like this makes me focus on one thing at a time so it doesn't seem so daunting!

    • @sweetlady6059
      @sweetlady6059 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @Nathan Haimson - yes agree sometimes hard to do it every day. Easier to put off then face it. Or sometimes want to purge and organize then take everything out and then too overwhelmed to put it back better

    • @cinthianeri
      @cinthianeri 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I hear you!!!!!!

    • @_SnowJustice_
      @_SnowJustice_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      i know, depression sux

    • @chineseslaves1971
      @chineseslaves1971 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Here’s something I figured out that works better and is super easy. You can clean the tub when you are in it naked with a harmless substance ..by using shampoo and a scrub brush on it. It totally cleans it. Haven’t tried it on the tile yet or faucets but who knows..if you can do everything this way it’s super easy.

    • @lindamaxey3827
      @lindamaxey3827 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What about pet odors ?

  • @susandickson9869
    @susandickson9869 4 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    I found a bottle of Tabu perfume (a vintage fragrance) at a thrift store. I can't wear it because it 'turns' on me, but it was my grandma's signature fragrance. I put a few drops on cotton balls stuffed into a small draw string sachet and hung that in my craft room. It was like being with grandma while I was creating! Fragrance evokes powerful memories for me!

    • @susanhlavaty9500
      @susanhlavaty9500 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Tabu is my favorite fragrance. I like to spray some on my pillow and sheets.

    • @susandickson9869
      @susandickson9869 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@susanhlavaty9500 The Tabu they sell today isn't the same as the fragrance my grandma wore.😞 Hers came in a tall, black bottle (like an elongated drop of liquid) and it felt like the glass had a vinyl skin on it. If I recall correctly, that was a spray bottle. I have to go to some high end stores and see if I can find the fragrance, but we don't have any near us.

    • @lolapear4866
      @lolapear4866 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's so sweet. What a great idea.

    • @alixmildred250
      @alixmildred250 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow, this made me emotional. I miss my grandma very much. I will be trying this. Thank you!

    • @texasstardust6010
      @texasstardust6010 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ..I love Tabu perfume...I wore it High School ( I am 66 years young now) and I STILL love that perfume, and yes,..It can " turn " with some people , it is Body Chemistry...; I was in a store one day, had on Tabu`, and a woman walked by and said " oh my gosh, that scent is lovely , what are you wearing?' I told her " I am wearing Tabu` "..she said " Oh My gosh. no way...I hate that stuff ", and was laughing when she stated that. We both chuckled and I explained to her that it is Body Chemistry, most scents are like that. :)
      What a lovely thing , such a good idea , so that you feel your grandmothers " with you" by just that scent. :)

  • @michaelc2991
    @michaelc2991 4 ปีที่แล้ว +140

    I like to finger smear a few drops of essential oil (I like vanilla or sandalwood) on the inside of the cardboard tube on a new roll of toilet paper. Keeps a light fresh scent in the bathroom without adding another item to wipe down during the weekly cleaning. The spinning of the roll during usage helps distribute the scent.

    • @rhodad1673
      @rhodad1673 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      "Finger smear" sounds horrific

    • @tcanderson1313
      @tcanderson1313 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That's brilliant!

    • @toddrandall3959
      @toddrandall3959 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pure sandlewood oil is $75 per dram, very expensive

    • @sweetlady6059
      @sweetlady6059 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol I bought a special toilet roll holder many years ago that actually had replaceable scent tab. It kept things fresh. Then months after I could never find the replacements. So now I still have the plastic roller without any freshener

    • @sweetlady6059
      @sweetlady6059 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Rhoda Dinkley ya it does lolol

  • @paddicakes963
    @paddicakes963 8 ปีที่แล้ว +501

    put baking soda in a dish like you used and add a few drops of essential oil and stir. Makes a great air freshener. I also put a tea light candle in the center for added decoration and the heat makes the smell pop.

    • @vickyrafael1
      @vickyrafael1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Good Idea with the tea light Paddi Dover

    • @paddicakes963
      @paddicakes963 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      +Vicky rafael Thank you! One of the best and cheapest air fresheners, especially if you use some Dollar Tree Vanilla flavoring ;)

    • @stacey7901
      @stacey7901 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      great idea, thank you

    • @rsfff
      @rsfff 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      but if baking soda is suppose to absorb odors wouldn't it absorb the oil? and if not then wouldnt it not be working?

    • @paddicakes963
      @paddicakes963 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      rsfff that's a good question. it could have something to do with it being a scented 'oil' that keeps it from being absorbed. I don't mix the oil and baking soda completely all together either. I make a little paste in the middle and sit a tea light candle on top and just the baking soda around that. it would probably have a lot to do with what kind and strong of smells you're trying to absorb.

  • @miavonni
    @miavonni 7 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    my favorite scent, and let you in on a secret, I own an upscale Gentlemen's Barbershop by the name of the Gentry in Macon Georgia, the fragrance that we use in our diffusers is equal parts Orange, Sandalwood, lavender, it is a fragrance that never gets old and we get endless compliments of how wonderful our place smells.

    • @sabbahtmasood6785
      @sabbahtmasood6785 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Maybe you should make a video about it and show us 😂

    • @miavonni
      @miavonni 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sabbaht Masood a video of what??? What are you talking about? As a matter of the fact me responding to you is way more attention than I want to give you! lol

    • @sabbahtmasood6785
      @sabbahtmasood6785 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Hello Luxury, you don’t need to reply to me. I just meant make a video of the fragrance mixture you make that’s all. You do not have to. 🙂

    • @loviefitzpatrick1753
      @loviefitzpatrick1753 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bruno what diffuser do you use

    • @miavonni
      @miavonni 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lovie Fitzpatrick Honestly I have different ones that I’ve used from Hobby lobby, bed Bath and beyond

  • @jeanvignes
    @jeanvignes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I like to simmer "winter" spices: cloves, cinnamon, ginger, mace (an Indian spice from the nutmeg tree seed covering), and nutmeg (from the nutmeg tree seed itself). I do this every time I'm having guests over for a late-Fall or Winter gathering. I also love the scent of grapefruit. My mother (born in 1935) taught me that when I peel any citrus fruit (tangerines, lemons, oranges, or grapefruit) I can put the peels into a bowl to release their essential oils into the air for a few hours. You can also add them to a simmer. Note that the essential oils are in the peel; no need to sacrifice the inner part of the fruit. Eat the fruit (or juice it) and simmer just the peels. YUM. Another yummy scent is to add apple peels to the "winter" spice simmer. Other nice natural scents: fresh-cut or dried lavender flowers; macerated fresh mint leaves (just mush them in a mortar with a pestle or in a bowl with the back of a spoon); rainwater (open the windows to let fresh air in when it's raining, unless the wind is blowing in gusts of rain which will damage your wood and fabrics); sunlight (clip pillows and linens to a clothesline in the sun and they'll have a marvelous scent when you bring them back inside); baking any kind of yummy food, e.g. cookies or brownies or a rosemary roasted chicken (the "cookie trick" is a old one used by realtors who want to make a home seem more inviting during an open house). Things that work against you: seafood, tobacco, cleaning products with strong and acrid artificial scents (even some "natural" products leave behind a sulfur odor which reminds your nose of farts!!!), and anything musty, from damp gym clothes, to dirty socks, to over-used towels, to dirty sponges or wash cloths in the kitchen or bath. I throw my kitchen sponge away once per week, put my towels to completely dry in front of a fan after each use, and bleach-wash them weekly with an extra rinse to take out the bleach scent.

    • @DarkCyradis
      @DarkCyradis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      These are all such good tips! Thank you so much for sharing with housecleaning noobs like me~

    • @sleeplesshead602
      @sleeplesshead602 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Cloves and cinnamon are my fav mix! Yes smells heavenly good

  • @lorileir7804
    @lorileir7804 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    For energy and upbeat, my favorite combo is eucalyptus lemon. For calming, I use lavender vanilla. And I keep a cotton ball w/peppermint in rx bottle for a quick stress release, relief from nausea etc. I carry 1in my purse too. Couple whiffs of peppermint works Everytime

    • @thehammurabichode7994
      @thehammurabichode7994 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gave you a thumbs-up for your awesome ideas in the first 2 sentences
      (The rest sounds interesting as well!)

  • @victoriajohnson9374
    @victoriajohnson9374 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    My mom used to put orange peels in a pot with water and let them simmer. It smells so good!

  • @OtakuGameRealm
    @OtakuGameRealm 7 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    as a teen with people in the house who refuse to stop smoking, i highly appreciate this.

    • @a.k7889
      @a.k7889 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was in your position once. I’d go to school and my friends would notice my textbooks smelling like cigarettes. My parents refused to smoke outdoors whilst I was also in the house (even though we have a big back veranda and our climate is milk all year around). Given your comment was 4 years ago, I hope you’re out of this situation now. If not, hang in there and start figuring where to and how you might want to leave home once you’re finished high school!

  • @tammymitchell4770
    @tammymitchell4770 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I've been doing a daily stove top simmer for the holidays & absolutely love the aromas! I've used fresh ginger, cinnamon & cloves, lemons, limes & orange peels, citrus, peppermint & vanilla extracts, essential oils...There are lots of natural options to use individually or combined for unique fragrances... They all smell wonderful!

  • @alicesullivan1790
    @alicesullivan1790 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My favorite way to add not only a lovely scent combo, but also some needed humidity in my arid, winter, forced-air heated home, is to fill my large crock pot with water and add: cinnamon, cloves (either whole or ground), lemon or orange (fresh slices/peels or minced, dry), and from time-to-time some vanilla extract. It is like extending the winter holidays till I can open the windows in spring! Thank you, Melissa, for always giving such sound advice in such a positive upbeat way. Congratulations, your TH-cam is one of a handful which invites people to subscribe in a positive way. Drives me nuts, even from people who are otherwise talented and lovely, when they say, "Don't forget to click that subscribe button." "Remember to click that subscribe button," eliminates four key strokes, and do "not" (negative) forget (which most will take as a hint to forget) is much more effective.

  • @jochapman7318
    @jochapman7318 8 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    Apple slices, orange peels, cinnamon, and a few cloves simmered on the stove -- it smells divine and costs very little.

    • @whale2207
      @whale2207 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I believe that is a great tea as well.

    • @summertime1875
      @summertime1875 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, I'll try it now lol

    • @karlpeart1752
      @karlpeart1752 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Apart from gas n electricity is expensive

    • @k8lynmae
      @k8lynmae 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jo Chapman cinnamon is expensive especially Ceylon Cinnabon which the TRUE Cinnamon

    • @hahna77
      @hahna77 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@k8lynmae So is vanilla? Even moreso.

  • @bethbartlett5692
    @bethbartlett5692 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Spearmint, lemon, orageno, lavender, and rosemary. Two - 4 drops of eucalyptus oil and a drop of peppermint oil.
    May add patchouli oil. Fab!
    I get a bit tired of the cinnamon/apple/vanilla scents post holidays.

    • @jeanvignes
      @jeanvignes 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I keep a grapefruit essential oil spray and a eucalyptus essential oil spray. They're not too Christmas-y and they make everything nice.

  • @786MAKEADIFFERENCE
    @786MAKEADIFFERENCE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi Love... some rude, unappreciative and obnoxious sourfaces , are whining about music .
    I didn't even hear anything else because I was absolutely enjoying your sweet presentation ..... and many, many more of us appreciate you and your info.
    And of course you are Canadian .... The Best.
    MAY GOD CONTINUE TO SHOWER HIS WARMTH AND BLESSINGS ON YOU AND YOURS .!!!!!

  • @TheRealRealOK
    @TheRealRealOK 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    My mom’s been boiling ingredients (same as you used) since the 80s, especially during the holidays. It makes the house smell amazing.

  • @keishak1201
    @keishak1201 8 ปีที่แล้ว +135

    I'm from the Caribbean so we usually have our houses opened. But I love ginger, cinnamon and our local thyme and bay leaf which are different locally in Barbados

    • @pi1810
      @pi1810 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      My mother used to put bay leaves around the kitchen to keep ants out. I don't know if it worked, or not.

  • @erika_7777
    @erika_7777 7 ปีที่แล้ว +497

    I'd be really careful about putting essential oil on your furnace filter in case of fire. I've also had a lightbulbs explode on me when using essential oil on it. Be careful, y'all.

    • @daniellamoreno3616
      @daniellamoreno3616 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Erika Joy thanks for heads up

    • @brendabobo1623
      @brendabobo1623 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I know that happen to me to

    • @deemarie9616
      @deemarie9616 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Erika Joy i also had a light bulb explode. I was told you cant use the cheap thin bulbs. They need to be the thicker more expensive bulbs.

    • @SousChef77
      @SousChef77 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I have an aluminum fragrance ring that sits on top of the bulb, and it hold the oil in a groove. Got it sometime in the 70's. Works great. We used regular scented oils back then that we bought at the candle stores. My favorite was mulberry. www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=J7QOL8PT&id=A3F69DFA6862657B24DFA79709712287DAF505A0&thid=OIP.J7QOL8PT90elsToCyMAwJgCxD_&q=scented+oil+blue+ring&simid=608034381557139448&selectedIndex=0&ajaxhist=0

    • @robertvillemarette1950
      @robertvillemarette1950 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Erika Joy b. Gb

  • @AllahsServant12
    @AllahsServant12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love the cinnamon, cloves, orange and vanilla extract boil-all-day-smell-all-day-thingy! I tried it and it turned out uh-amaaazzzinnng! Love it! Thank you!

  • @whitneyyvettedross8918
    @whitneyyvettedross8918 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your kindness and letting us know these little tricks, appreciated 😊

  • @HarryPalmerOrchestra
    @HarryPalmerOrchestra 7 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    OOOH, OHHH! Here's my tip!
    Before you vacuum the carpet, throw some whole cloves on it and let it sit for a few minutes. When you vacuum them up you'll freshen the carpet, get the scent blowing through the vacuum exhaust, and freshen the vacuum itself!

  • @scorson74
    @scorson74 8 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    Great tips!! I always add lemon essential oil, or orange essential oil to my vacuum cleaner filter. Makes the house smell amazing. Plus, it deodorizes!!

    • @SparksnFlash
      @SparksnFlash 8 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      OMG! Never thought of that, great idea!!

    • @mkhtio1173
      @mkhtio1173 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gini McCardle njnl

  • @pixpixpixpixpix
    @pixpixpixpixpix 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just last week , I simmered apple slices , cloves , bay leaves and cinnamon. Most heavenly fall scent ever !

  • @lowtolerancelevel3776
    @lowtolerancelevel3776 4 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    How about peeling the orange and eating it, then boiling skin where all the oil is in the orange?

    • @jeanvignes
      @jeanvignes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      Agreed. The essential oils for citrus fruits are in the peels. No need to waste the fruit.

    • @artricemcclellan8849
      @artricemcclellan8849 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      FACTS.....💯

    • @IphysKitchen
      @IphysKitchen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I support your ad suggestion, peel the orange then use the peels

    • @gwldeniz
      @gwldeniz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Its bitter

    • @scorpionwins6378
      @scorpionwins6378 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      That's a good tip! I kick it up a notch with a splash of apple cider vinegar to the boiling water and a dash of cinnamon.

  • @silvialaurasune
    @silvialaurasune 7 ปีที่แล้ว +233

    Thank you for the vinegar idea!I had a dead mouse trapped in my kitchen for days until it was found and cleaned out... yikes! I cleaned, and cleaned, burned scented candles, plug-ins, incense, and underlying smell would not leave, till I left a few containers with vinegar around this morning and came back to work. I came back to a rat free smelly home!!!! Thank you so much!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @yuckarina
      @yuckarina 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Silvia Sune I had the same thing. Dead something caught in the wall. This was quite some time ago, before cleaning hack videos. Heck, before TH-cam. Anyhoo - I tried boiling pans and pans of vinegar but it still took days. Prolly shoulda just left it out on the counter. I hope I never smell that dead smell ever again.

    • @Glad77broome
      @Glad77broome 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Silvia Sune i

    • @echobean5222
      @echobean5222 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      This is late, but I had a skunk come in through the doggy door at my mom’s house and it unfortunately sprayed me and the whole room. My mom laid out some saucers that had sliced bread soaked in vinegar and it was back to normal in record time! Certainly not one day, but much faster than you’d expect for a skunk at point blank range!

    • @ellamcknight4437
      @ellamcknight4437 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm
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    • @dnllmaurer1
      @dnllmaurer1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Teela Tequila how to remove: sink or tub grime, build up in oven, stinky litter box residue, even corrosion on car battery termals! This cleaning hack is simple, cheap, natural, non-toxic & gets better results than any chemicals. Fill a spray bottle with white vinager. Sprinkle baking soda directly onto the surface. Apply spray, let it bubble, then scrub with brush. An old tooth brush is perfect for small spaces. Rinse with water & repeat untill clean. Get amazing results!

  • @LoLo-cv8cp
    @LoLo-cv8cp 8 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I love the stovetop scents... I call them "scentpots" I do them by season. Right now I do something very similar to yours... Orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, nutmeg, allspice.... so yum! In the spring, I love doing a citrus medley with lime, lemon, orange and some vanilla, so on and so forth. For easy/thrifty gift giving also, (I did this for everyone in my office last Christmas) I made gift bags with all the needed ingredients packaged up all cute with a printed instruction card so that they could make their own scent pots for Christmas day.

    • @cleanmyspace
      @cleanmyspace  8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +Fructus Dea That's a GREAT gift idea, I think we may include this idea in an upcoming video - thanks for watching and sharing!

    • @LoLo-cv8cp
      @LoLo-cv8cp 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      *****
      :) Thanks Im glad you like! Love your channel!! You have improved my home SO much!!!

    • @BBGshop7
      @BBGshop7 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      awww.. that's very nice!!

    • @arichalevas2298
      @arichalevas2298 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How long does it last though? Is it only one day? Because that would be expensive for me to use all that food to do it instead of eating it lol

  • @kirbyd0g
    @kirbyd0g 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Great video. In the summer, I like the combo of basil, lemon/lime, mint and rosemary. (I have a lot of herbs in the summer and use them simmered in water.) In winter I like your combo of vanilla, oranges cinnamon and a few cloves.

  • @huckelberrygirl
    @huckelberrygirl 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Also adding dryer sheets into your drawers keeps things smelling good. And when you change them out don’t throw them away I use them to clean my chrome fixtures and even my mirrors my cotton ball cotton swab holder cup for rinsing teeth they are a metal looking but they get stains and water spots easy! But the dryer sheets clean them spotless also, the chrome on your toilet paper holder and handle. Makes them shine my mixture of oils is Lemon 🍋 and Mint one of my favorites. I love Eucalyptus and Cinnamon not mixed but just to use in different rooms. 😉💕

  • @royaleclay7966
    @royaleclay7966 8 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I love boiling cinnamon sticks and Apple slices. I've also tried the oranges, apples, and cinnamon sticks. That's a nice combo as well. I'll try your combo next with oranges, cinnamon sticks, cloves and vanilla extract. Thanks for the tip!

  • @rhondasmithis
    @rhondasmithis 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I always love the way orange peelings or the half lemon (after juicing), help clean and freshen the garbage disposal and make the sink smell great. I also simmer them in the winter, humidifies the house and love the scents with vanilla or cinnamon.

  • @jaiarayne
    @jaiarayne 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    May sound weird, but I put Mr. Clean w/ febreeze in my diffuser, or sometimes a bleach alternative mix. I loooove how it makes my home smell. So fresh and clean.

  • @victoriawikle9793
    @victoriawikle9793 4 ปีที่แล้ว +682

    I like listening to your tips but HATE the background noise!

    • @jeanvignes
      @jeanvignes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Victoria. Google: misophonia. Cheers!

    • @saetae9208
      @saetae9208 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Lol. Hit that mute

    • @davincarti2081
      @davincarti2081 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      💯

    • @teresajacoby8635
      @teresajacoby8635 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I dont hear nothing on the back ground on these video,s its your phone.

    • @epidemia2007
      @epidemia2007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Sounds like porn music from the 70’ lol

  • @cconnie3762
    @cconnie3762 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Another great one is to put fabuloso lavender(the cleaning agent) in a container (rubber is good), then put that container in a pot filled half way with water. Turn it on a low heat and your house will smell amazing!

  • @sondracee8989
    @sondracee8989 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You can simmer or boil white vinegar, and then take the pan of steaming white vinegar help all around the house or where the smells are and it gets rid of the smells like that I've done that before it' gets rid of smells really good that way

  • @helenarichard
    @helenarichard 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Scents I adore is pure ylang ylang, a forest scent, the smell of "cashmere" as in body shops shea butter or dove's cashmere body wash. Sometimes I like monoi, french lily, rose. Absolutely love vanilla essential oil. Fresh cut lemon with salt in it can refresh the fridge too.

  • @jennifersmall4027
    @jennifersmall4027 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    stir fry with onions - always a good scent!

  • @aprilleerose
    @aprilleerose 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Fabric softener sheets in drawers smell amazing!

  • @thepaintednail
    @thepaintednail 8 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I love making chai in my slow cooker and leaving it to simmer all day...the smell is amazing through the house!

    • @Horses4life1001
      @Horses4life1001 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +The Painted Nail
      YES,because it is very cheep,uses really little electricity trough the whole day

    • @tekiegebrrmariam9994
      @tekiegebrrmariam9994 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Painted Nail

    • @nataliezander6920
      @nataliezander6920 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Chai and vanilla extrakt! Yummie;)

  • @manatteegiggles7743
    @manatteegiggles7743 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m a dude and this channel is phenomenal. Been having fridge odor, general odor and smoking odor in my place! This hits all of it

  • @rmmccarthy1240
    @rmmccarthy1240 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fantastic! Excellent content and great delivery. Thanks for posting!

  • @godsgirlba
    @godsgirlba 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for this super helpful video! Going to try the orange, cinnamon, clove today and also some sachets!

  • @lynnewilder
    @lynnewilder 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love the vinegar one the best! I filled up the bowl of indoor fountain rather than a bowl. Perfect!

  • @JA-SF2TX
    @JA-SF2TX 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm so glad TH-cam put this video back on feed as I completely forgot about it. I'm definitely using the vinager trick in the kitty litter room.

  • @mysterycharm03
    @mysterycharm03 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are a life saver. I live in a studio apartment and have 2 cats and one dog and it can be really really smelly. I tried simmering coffee grounds and vanilla and it was heaven!

  • @domo5rockzz
    @domo5rockzz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love this!!!!! And my favorite combination is orange and lavender!!

  • @gemmaquigley3440
    @gemmaquigley3440 8 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    I always mix in my favourite fabric softener with water, sort of 3 parts water 1 part fabric sofetener and spray it all over the soft furnishings of the house. It smells like clean laundry all the time, I love it :)

    • @noreeneff357
      @noreeneff357 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      that seems a very good idea I will def try it

    • @michelleprieur1
      @michelleprieur1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I've been doing that for years and I love it. Homemade febreeze ftw. 😊 some people put in a dash of vanilla and/or baking soda but I'm too lazy.

    • @franksmith7419
      @franksmith7419 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Oh how stupid are women. Dryer sheets are poison. Carcinigenic. Dryer shits were made for winter use to stop static, dryers are made today with humidity detectors, no need to use sheets, how do u give cancer to women? Make it smell artificially pretty.

    • @alicel3992
      @alicel3992 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@franksmith7419 you are so rude. Women are smart and creative, we love trying new ideas for our homes.

    • @joanbaczek2575
      @joanbaczek2575 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Gemma Quigley lots of toxic chem in fabric softener and can stain some fabrics cuz you can’t rinse your couch

  • @stellaorvad2519
    @stellaorvad2519 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Vanilla and Custard Fragnent...Here in Australia we even have "Baby Powder" straight away I went back to my childhood memories of My Mother putting it on all 4 children after our shower or bath ....I can still remember that Beautiful Scent...What beautiful memories. You have put in my minď..Thankyou Beautiful Lady xxx

  • @autumnkrepop
    @autumnkrepop 8 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Sweet orange, lemon, and vanilla is a great essential oil blend that I love for the kitchen. Cedarwood is probably my all time favorite essential oil though...it smells amazing with everything!

  • @girlnamedtoodles
    @girlnamedtoodles 7 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    my absolute fave is Lemongrass/sage

    • @kirbyd0g
      @kirbyd0g 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Im going to try this next!!!

    • @shillandkillary2236
      @shillandkillary2236 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I like lemongrass and cedar

    • @pinkflamingo5320
      @pinkflamingo5320 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a lemongrass bush, it grows like crazy. My grandmother and mom make lemongrass tea. Just simmer the lemongrass as tea, drink it and your house will smell so good

  • @affecteffected2576
    @affecteffected2576 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved your ideas. Liked and subscribed keep them coming. One thing I do for absorbing moisture when packing up the Christmas tree, clothes, or even on or around your electronics etc. Those little tiny silica packs that you get when you buy shoes. Never throw them out. They are fantastic. Plus I make my own. By from $tree their cheap tea bags. Go to walmart and purchase a cat litter that is 100% silica. Empty tea out of pouches. Put in the silica and staple it twice. Perfect moisture absorber.

  • @elizabetholadejo8642
    @elizabetholadejo8642 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for all the tips. I've just tried the vanilla on cotton balls and it works. 🙏

  • @kathypalmer5265
    @kathypalmer5265 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Spearmint and Eucalyptus essential oils together make a wonderful stress relief/calming effect. It's truly divine!

  • @violabradbury5381
    @violabradbury5381 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Hi Melissa! I truly enjoy watching all your cleaning video tips. I told my family you were my new best friend and have put to use many of your ideas. I plan to make use of the essential oils as well for helping keep a great smelling home. I did want to share with you and viewers that have pets, that certain oils can be harmful or irritating to their health. Here is a list I found at my veterinarian: Camphor, Citrus oils, Melaleuca or tea tree oil, Pennyroyal oil, and oil of Winter Green. Thanks and keep those tips coming!

  • @hbedell080
    @hbedell080 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super tips! I'm definitely using them starting when I'm done with this comment. Some of my favorite home smell scents, in addition to the ones you mentioned are: lavender, French vanilla, mango, orange, mint, and hints or diluted smells of Downy, fresh linen, almond, strawberry, peony, or sweet pea (I know this isn't complete; I almost always forget something when I make these lists). I can't use, and therefore don't like, any perfumes or scents that aren't mostly and preferably completely natural. Even an undertone of these in a product sets off migraines and they are horrible; I dread walking into some home and elevators in general because of it. The only time I prefer an unfresh home is if my only alternative to make it smell fresh is some type of perfume scent. I also love fresh air - it's really one of my favorite things do to because stale air doesn't freshen up well any other way. Love your videos and I look forward to more.

  • @redknight3439
    @redknight3439 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice vid thanks for sharing. I appreciate your no no nonsense approach.

  • @eljr2247
    @eljr2247 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    thank you for the advices ..God Bless You

  • @Bluejai27
    @Bluejai27 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love watching your videos! They get me motivated to clean my house and smelling nice too!! Thank you!! 👍❤️😄

  • @SuZiKaT22
    @SuZiKaT22 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The garbage disposal can be a stinker too. Grind citrus peels and ice to help deodorize. If it's really bad, use baking soda first, just dump in about 1/2 cup, let sit for about 15 minutes, then pour in some water just off the boil. Then use the peels and ice after to grind away anything that might be lingering.
    Also, if you are trying to deodorize the air in your kitchen from onions, garlic, curry, fish, frying oil or burnt toast, use the stovetop simmer OR put a few slices of lemon into a Pyrex glass measuring cup with 3 to 4 cups of water and let it boil in the microwave for 4 to 5 minutes. An added bonus is that the lemon scented steam will allow you to easily clean and wipe down the interior of the microwave too.

  • @calico27
    @calico27 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the smell of balsamic fir!! I know it is a holiday scent.. but the Village Candle, Balsamic Fir - is realistic and I just love the house when it is lit.. all through December :)

  • @sathyajanakiraman4577
    @sathyajanakiraman4577 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for your tips! We light incense sticks and the house smells so good!

  • @nofapSally
    @nofapSally 6 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Your hair looks SO beautiful! You've grown into such a fantastic presenter Melissa - you should be very proud.

    • @imastar2633
      @imastar2633 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      .

    • @sweetlady6059
      @sweetlady6059 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree. Very well presented and well thought out what you say to present or talk about!

  • @mamastern
    @mamastern 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow girl!! Look at you. I totally came "back" to TH-cam after having my two kiddos and just saw your video as a rec, and got so happy! You're doing awesome on YT! So proud! Subbing once again, I'm glad I didn't lose you forever 🤣🤣.

  • @edwardhodge7769
    @edwardhodge7769 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Easy breezy. Thanks for quick info with little backstory!

  • @taraschmidheini5104
    @taraschmidheini5104 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Amazing gal! Who's very much appreciated. Thank you! Always motivating and helping us create awesome habits. God bless!!

  • @ginarogers-santos2646
    @ginarogers-santos2646 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love your tips! We have had 4 dogs living here at one time over the years and every spring my house smells of doggie odors. I used to knock it out by burning the FP once or twice in winter but haven't done that down here in TX in a while. I am trying the baking soda first, as I didn't want to put out the vinegar and it spill. I didn't have any cool bowels to set out the baking soda so I used old unused bowels like candle holders. They look decorative. Oh, I did put some baking soda in my blue vase on the mantle, LOL No one can see it so I thought why not!

    • @lwest7894
      @lwest7894 ปีที่แล้ว

      bowls... not "bowels" 😄

  • @hollingdaleshomescents
    @hollingdaleshomescents ปีที่แล้ว

    Nothing better than a fabulous smelling home, great video💛

  • @caroldoles3495
    @caroldoles3495 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I smoke quite a bit in my tiny apt so I do notice it’s when I’ve been gone and come back I really notice it. I will try the baking soda and to crock pot citrus, cinnamon and clove. To forgetful to do on stove top. Great ideas. Thank you.

  • @joanbaczek2575
    @joanbaczek2575 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Lighting a match and quickly putting it out works best for emergency bathroom situations

    • @mermaidgirl9232
      @mermaidgirl9232 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      joan baczek ...that also works great in your car from the smell of a dead skunk along side of the road.

    • @Flamingerudostalion
      @Flamingerudostalion 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't light matches in your car. 1. They run on GaSoLinE. 2. No. 3. Cease and desist.

    • @Romans828girl
      @Romans828girl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Flamingerudostalion what about all those people who smoke in their cars?

    • @tablescissors67
      @tablescissors67 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lela Eubank They are apparently masters of physics.

    • @Mudpuppynme
      @Mudpuppynme 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Flamingerudostalion lol are you joking?

  • @JustMe-cl4vl
    @JustMe-cl4vl 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for these good tips.

  • @christinec7956
    @christinec7956 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, lots of handy tips there.

  • @Tammmmmy
    @Tammmmmy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    OmG thank you!!! I use fresh basil leaves on the simmering stovetop as well! I also add fresh Rosemary and citrus and cloves and cinnamon!! Yummy. I also keep a teapot on the pellet stove in the living room and that makes a huge difference!

  • @davidgarza77
    @davidgarza77 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Melissa Maker im actually doing this right now and my Casa smells Sooooo GOOOD! thanks Melissa :)

  • @francineethier8496
    @francineethier8496 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love to put a few drops of scented oil on the vacuum cleaner bag and filter.. its the same idea as the furnace air filter. Rose oil with lemon,, :)

  • @carolludlow8239
    @carolludlow8239 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your hints and bubbly personality

  • @user-zx5kq6hs9d
    @user-zx5kq6hs9d 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have used all of these potions! Love them.

  • @cieloapariciocaceres
    @cieloapariciocaceres 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I brew coffee before guest arrives lol.... my family & friends are coffee lovers so it works! 😁☕

    • @jessicagray1289
      @jessicagray1289 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cielo Aparicio Yessss 😍

    • @jeanvignes
      @jeanvignes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Try simmering some cinnamon while you brew coffee. The combo is intoxicating.

  • @CarolinaSirghii
    @CarolinaSirghii 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This video was really helpful!! Thank you!!!💗

  • @DaicyMiaLuv2
    @DaicyMiaLuv2 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for all the tipsLooking forward on your upcoming video..thanks

  • @donnapassante5978
    @donnapassante5978 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really am enjoying your videos.When you speak its very clear and you always sound so upbeat.Keep up the good work...(a new fan from Canada)....:)

  • @carolinarub87
    @carolinarub87 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Lavender and vanilla is amazing as well!

  • @victoriadinardi1432
    @victoriadinardi1432 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a great, informative video. Thank you!

  • @jessiemonteiro8363
    @jessiemonteiro8363 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for all these lovely ideas..

  • @MightyPenn
    @MightyPenn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use a clean emptied parmesan bottle (like your glass bottle with coffee)... Baking soda with my fave essential oil, sprinkle on carpet/upholstery, vacuum.

  • @janice1681
    @janice1681 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Lavender and Vanilla, I love cinnamon alone and peppermint oil alone so refreshing!

    • @cleanmyspace
      @cleanmyspace  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +janice1681 Delightful!!

  • @EgyptianLoveGoddess
    @EgyptianLoveGoddess 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    thanks for sharing your tremendous knowledge, and you have a beautiful presentation. I enjoy all of your videos.

  • @michaelto4304
    @michaelto4304 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the useful video . I love the way you talk and express things👍

  • @conniewilliams3644
    @conniewilliams3644 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My fave scent is the citrus simmer! I love the smell of oranges and cinnamon! Very informative video!

  • @stacieshannon9555
    @stacieshannon9555 8 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Fridge deodorizer: Clean the pulp out of 1/2 an orange and fill with salt. Set it in the fridge in a small bowl or container.

    • @letinhsong8024
      @letinhsong8024 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cool!

    • @djenanajusic9464
      @djenanajusic9464 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Or just cut lemon to be opened and leave it works too

    • @TheMaracuya9
      @TheMaracuya9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      i have a small open container with ground coffee and works like magic!!!!

    • @marylawtoncostine9577
      @marylawtoncostine9577 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just did it thank you so much xxx

    • @marylawtoncostine9577
      @marylawtoncostine9577 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you stacie I just did it smells wonderful xxx ❤️

  • @millybops
    @millybops 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Lemon and lavender is absolutely amazing x

    • @rrun13
      @rrun13 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I love lavender and vanilla

  • @darktoadone5068
    @darktoadone5068 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a large diffuser I bought on Amazon, that baby holds 4 liters! I love putting lemon essential oil in it, the whole house smells so good.

  • @MrJundc1006
    @MrJundc1006 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for these easy and amazing tips!

  • @misslillian6687
    @misslillian6687 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love the scent of pine!

  • @ambercardona4287
    @ambercardona4287 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Favorite scent: Limes and vanilla simmering on the stove top... Mmmm!

    • @carolinefialo3542
      @carolinefialo3542 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Amber Cardona, don't forget to add cinnamon sticks, cloves, etc...extra touch...

    • @lornagoodman1891
      @lornagoodman1891 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amber Cardinal, that sounds divine! What a lovely mix 🤗

  • @tiredofnagging5406
    @tiredofnagging5406 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very informative...I can smell the cleanliness through my monitor!

  • @henriettalocklear9961
    @henriettalocklear9961 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my favorite!

  • @ruthadams2413
    @ruthadams2413 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love pine or lemon lime out herbal scents

  • @ontherun1234
    @ontherun1234 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    indoor plants are pretty nice too :)

  • @robharvey5060
    @robharvey5060 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of your best. Love it!

  • @tjreid2517
    @tjreid2517 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello Melissa...
    Just subscribed.....
    Thank you for the tutorial on
    The various sense you can use to make your house smell well...
    Right along with open up doors/windows and so forth...