Are you currently living in a house that smells like it’s been through a fire? Does the lingering burnt smell make you feel like you’re living inside a smokestack? It’s time to say goodbye to that nasty smell.
We will show you how to get rid of burnt smell in your house. Whether you burnt your dinner to a crisp, left a candle burning for too long, or had a small kitchen mishap, these tips, and tricks will leave your house smelling like a home again.
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Now that you have all your tools and materials ready, let’s get rid of that awful smell…
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Identify the source of the burnt smell
This will help you determine the best approach to getting rid of the smell.
Start by checking your kitchen appliances, such as the oven, stovetop, and toaster. These are common sources of burnt smells, especially if you’ve recently cooked or baked something.
If you can’t find the source of the smell in your kitchen, check the electrical outlets and other appliances that might be causing the smell. For example, a malfunctioning hair dryer or vacuum cleaner could be the culprit.
If you still can’t find the source of the smell, check other areas of your home, such as closets, bathrooms, and bedrooms. You may have accidentally left something burning or smoking in another room.
Increase air circulation in the house
Open all the windows and doors in your home. This will allow fresh air to enter your home and circulate throughout the house.
If the weather outside is cold or hot, consider turning off your heating or cooling system before opening the windows and doors. This will prevent any outside air from being immediately warmed or cooled. It will also help maintain a comfortable temperature inside your home.
If the weather outside is pleasant, leave the windows and doors open for a few hours to let the fresh air circulate. However, if the weather outside is too hot, too cold, or too humid, you may need to close the windows and doors after 30 minutes to an hour.
If you have ceiling fans, standing fans, or even desk fans, turn them on to help circulate the air. This will help distribute the fresh air and eliminate the burnt smell faster.
It’s best to place them strategically near the source of the smell. For example, if the smell is coming from your kitchen, you could place a fan near your oven or stove.
If you have multiple fans, place them in different areas of your home to increase air circulation. This will help eliminate the burnt smell faster.
Keep the fans on for several hours or until the burnt smell has dissipated.
Clean the source of the burnt smell
Mix equal parts of water and vinegar in a bowl. For example, you could use one cup of water and one cup of vinegar.
Soak a sponge in the solution of water and vinegar.
Use the sponge to clean the inside of the appliance. For example, if the source of the smell is your oven, you can use a sponge to clean the inside of the oven.
For tough stains or burnt-on residue, you can let the solution sit on the affected area for a few minutes before wiping it clean.
Rinse the sponge frequently with clean water and continue cleaning until the inside of the appliance is clean and odor-free.
After you have finished cleaning, rinse the appliance with clean water and dry it thoroughly with a clean towel.
If this doesn’t eliminate the smell, try any or a combination of these methods…
Use baking soda
Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda over the affected areas. Be sure to cover the entire surface of the fabric with the baking soda.
Let the baking soda sit on the fabric for a few hours. This will give it time to absorb the odor.
After a few hours, use a vacuum cleaner to remove the baking soda from the fabric. Be sure to use the brush attachment to thoroughly clean the fabric and remove any remaining baking soda.
If the burnt smell is still present after vacuuming, repeat the process of sprinkling baking soda and vacuuming until the odor is completely eliminated.
For stubborn or lingering odors, you can mix baking soda with a few drops of essential oils and sprinkle it over the affected areas. This will not only eliminate the odor but also leave a fresh, pleasant scent behind.
Use activated charcoal
Place several bowls of activated charcoal around your home, especially in areas where the smell is the strongest. For example, you can place a bowl in your kitchen, living room, and bedroom.
Let the activated charcoal sit for a few days. The charcoal will absorb the odor from the air.
After a few days, replace the activated charcoal with fresh charcoal. You can repeat this process every few days until the smell is gone.
If the burnt smell is still present after a few days, increase the number of bowls of activated charcoal in your home.
Use coffee grounds
Place dry coffee grounds in bowls around your home, especially in areas where the burnt smell is the strongest. You can also use small fabric bags to hold the coffee grounds.
Let the coffee grounds sit for a few days. The grounds will absorb the burnt smell from the air.
After a few days, replace the coffee grounds with fresh ones. You can repeat this process every few days until the smell is gone.
If the burnt smell is still present after a few days, increase the number of bowls of coffee grounds in your home.
Use essential oils
Choose an essential oil that you like, such as lavender or lemon. These oils are great at masking odors and leaving a pleasant scent.
Mix a few drops of the essential oil with water in a spray bottle. You can also add a few drops of rubbing alcohol to help the scent linger longer.
Shake the spray bottle well to mix the essential oil and water thoroughly.
Spray the mixture around your home, focusing on areas where the burnt smell is the strongest.
You can also use a diffuser to spread the essential oil scent throughout your home. Add a few drops of essential oil to the diffuser and let it run for a few hours.
Reapply the essential oil spray or use the diffuser as needed until the burnt smell is completely gone.
After using any of the methods discussed already, do this…
Use an air purifier
Using an air purifier is an excellent way to remove any remaining odors from the air and ensure that your home smells fresh and clean.
Choose an air purifier that is suitable for the size of your home. Look for one with a HEPA filter, which is designed to trap odors, allergens, and other particles in the air.
Place the air purifier in the room where the burnt smell is the strongest, such as the kitchen or living room.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions, then run the device for several hours, or even overnight, to remove any remaining odors from the air.
Replace the filter in the air purifier as recommended by the manufacturer. This will ensure that the purifier continues to work effectively over time.