Practical Tips On Cigarette Odor Removal

By Author: Leo Nov
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It's unmistakable, you can smell it from a distance and to say the least, it's unpleasant and sometimes irritating. Cigarette odor is common anywhere whether in the office, home, car and other public buildings and places. The worst part is, it's not easy to tell people to stop smoking. More so, the odor stays for a long time but it's not impossible to get rid of the problem.

If you're thinking of effective cigarette odor removal, then you have several options to consider. It may take a while before you see results. A word of advice: once you start, you must be consistent with your efforts to make sure that the problem gets eliminated.

Start with your own abode. Wash all clothing, linen, curtains, carpets and other textile materials that smell. Use scented fabric conditioner and before returning the clean sheets, clothes and rugs, make sure that the floors, closets, cabinets, mattresses and walls have been cleaned and deodorized as well.

Vacuum every nook and corner of your house and car. Cigarette smoke can permeate almost anything so prepare your home or car for further cleaning using the vacuum. There ...
... are residues that lurk in dark corners that can be easily removed so this process will help a lot. Pay special attention to mats, upholstered furniture and other material that easily absorb smoke odor
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Deodorize. You need to use deodorizing agents several times to lessen the odor. A cheap and practical way of doing so is by using vinegar, known as a natural deodorizer. Mix one cup of vinegar with a gallon of water then scrub the solution on floors, windows and appliances. You may also leave a bowl of vinegar overnight in the affected room. You will notice that the room smells better in the morning.

Orange peels are also helpful. Leave some in your car or room and it will naturally absorb cigarette odor.

Baking soda may also be sprinkled on linens, carpets, couch and mattress. Let it stay there for a few hours before vacuuming. You will notice then that cigarette odor removal is gaining ground.

Coffee is a natural deodorizer as well. Place coffee grounds in a bag and place it around the odor-filled area. This will absorb the stinky smell of cigarette smoke. Do the same procedure for charcoal.

Cleaning the light bulbs is also an effective way of getting rid of the smell. It absorbs cigarette odors and every time you turn it on, it releases the absorbed odor. Cleaning it regularly will solve the problem.
Leo Nov is an editorial staff member of RestorationSOS.com, a leading service provider for fire and water damage cleanups. To learn more about smoke odor removal and restoration services, visit RestorationSOS.com