7 simple hacks to make your house smell good at all times

Have you ever stepped into a friend's or colleague's home and immediately felt yourself being transported into a spa? Or do you have a relative whose house always smells good no matter when you visit and you wonder how do they do they achieve a space that smells so fresh? Well, look no further, because we are here to tell you exactly how! If your interest is piqued and you want to give your home a makeover, odour-wise, use these 7 simple hacks that will transform your home into a tranquil haven no less than a spa!

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Hacks to make your home smell good all the time

1) Ventilation is a must

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To avoid stale or musty smells in any room, it is crucial to have an unhindered flow of fresh air in the space. Even though you are letting dust in, it is important for you to keep your windows and doors open for at least a few hours every day to encourage cross-ventilation. This will not only keep your space cooler but also oxygenate the space so that when you use an air freshener it will be more effective and keep your house smelling fresh for a much longer period of time rather than causing an overlap of odours which will actually make the situation worse.

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2) Keep your bedding and other drapes clean

Fabric absorbs odours the most and the fastest and can often lend a musty scent to your room, especially during the monsoon. After ventilation, the most important step to keep your house smelling good is to regularly wash all the textiles in your room including sheets, cushion and pillow covers, curtains, and even your carpet and rugs. It is also important to regularly vacuum all your furniture and armchairs to maintain a good smell in the room.

3) Shift your dirty clothes and shoes out

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We all are guilty of having a chair in our rooms that is filled with clothes that are too dirty to be kept in a cupboard but too clean to actually be washed. But what you may not realise is that this chair is the biggest culprit in making your space have a bad smell. It is therefore advised to keep your space free of unclean clothes or even shoes so as to prevent bad odours from entering your space.

4) Add an air-purifying plant

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Plants do a lot more than just add greenery to your space and look pretty! There are several varieties available in the market that possess air-purifying qualities which can freshen up your space. Alternatively, you can also opt for plants that have their own refreshing scents and strategically place them in areas that are bound to have an offensive odour.

5) Use diffusers and deodorizer

Fresh and lightly scented diffusers or deodorizers are your best bet for maintaining a lasting scent in your home. Diffusers or deodorizers not only instantly freshen up your space but if used correctly can create a fragrance that lasts for a very long time. Select a clean and fresh fragrance that is not overpowering and spray it over all the textiles in your space so that it permeates the material and lasts.

6) Homemade potpourri

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Making your own potpourri is a very cost-effective and useful hack. Just pick your favourite dried flowers or dry fresh ones, combine them with your choice of spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, clove or star anise, add a few drops of your favoured essential oil and voila! Your potpourri is ready! Now you can place it wherever you like either by displaying them in dishes or making sachets out of it and leaving them where you suspect bad odours come from.

7) Light a scented candle

A good scented candle is much more than just a showpiece. Even more than its decorative appeal, once lit, a candle immediately fills your space with a fresh fragrance that lingers for a long time. Nowadays there are several varieties of fragrances you can opt for that not just smell good but also have the ability to relax your mind by creating a calming aura at the end of a stressful day.

We all understand that how your home smells plays a very important role in determining how welcoming it is. After all a space that smells good makes for a pleasant living atmosphere, while one that doesn't make you uneasy. So use these easy hacks to curate a space that always smells fresh, no matter the time of the day.

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