To ensure you kill mold and other bacteria on clothes, use a hot water cycle to wash the clothes. To dry your laundry, you can either tumble dry it, or hang it to dry if the weather is nice. Always check care labels before laundering or tumble drying any garments.
When the bedding is clean, dry it in the dryer or on a line before making the bed again.
When the baking soda and vinegar mixture has had time to bubble its way through the drain, rinse the drain with a kettle-full of boiling hot water.
Flush the toilet to get rid of any particles that may have been scrubbed loose from the bowl.
Combine 1 cup (235 ml) of bleach and 1 gallon (3. 8 L) of water in a bucket Put on protective rubber gloves Open the windows to increase air flow Dip a stiff-bristled brush into the cleaning solution Scrub affected areas with the brush Dip the brush back into the solution regularly as you scrub Rinse the area with a damp sponge
For the best results, use a vacuum that’s outfitted with a HEPA filter, as this will prevent dust and other fine particles from floating back into the air. [5] X Research source
Put on rubber gloves Remove large pieces of food Rinse the can in the bathtub or outside with a garden hose Wipe the inside dry with rags or paper towels Spray the inside with a generous amount of all-purpose cleaner and disinfectant Let the cleaner sit for five minutes Scrub the can with a stiff-bristled brush Rinse the can Dry the can with rags or paper towels Put in a new garbage bag
Garbage disposal Refrigerator Oven Microwave
Throw your dog’s bed into the washing machine and clean it as well to get rid of any lingering odors. [9] X Research source
In winter when it’s not possible to keep the windows open, open a window for just a minute to let in some fresh air. [11] X Research source
Sunlight can be an effective odor killer for carpets, furniture, pet areas, pillows and cushions, and other household items that can smell. [13] X Research source
To further deodorize household items, sprinkle baking soda over things like carpets, furniture, mattresses, and other possible odor sources. Leave the baking soda for 30 minutes, and then vacuum it up.
Musty basements Bathrooms Kitchens Bedrooms
Closets Refrigerator and freezer Living areas
Snake plants English ivy Lady palms Dracaena
Shoe closets Garbage cans Wet basements Areas where mold has been
Lemon peels Cinnamon sticks Allspice Basil Ginger Cranberries Orange peels Cloves Bay leaf
Sprays Diffusers Gels Waxes
To distribute the smell throughout the entire house, set up a fan on the opposite side of the room to the incense. This will produce air to blow the smoke throughout the house, but not too much breeze that ashes blow everywhere. Never leave incense unattended, as it does produce heat and can cause fires.
