These 2 Kitchen Staples Double As A DIY Air Freshener - Tasting Table

"You can use these two pantry staples - vanilla extract and baking soda - either alone or together for an even bigger burst of freshness at a fraction of the cost, without even leaving the house to purchase a new bottle. The vanilla extract and baking soda make a simple DIY air freshener that will have you saying goodbye to the spray cans and hello to a sweet new way of sprucing things up."

"To make your own homemade air freshener, you'll need a spray bottle, baking soda, vanilla extract, and either purified or distilled water. Tap water or filtered water is okay, but using the purified or distilled stuff will help extend the life of the homemade freshener and prevent bacterial growth and mineral buildup. Add one or two tablespoons of baking soda and one tablespoon of vanilla extract to a spray bottle, fill with warm water, and shake vigorously to mix the ingredients before spraying."

"This DIY air freshener works because the baking soda neutralizes bad odors while the vanilla extract works to mask any lingering smell. However, you can elevate this mixture with a few more ingredients you may also already have in your kitchen or bathroom. For instance, adding vodka, rubbing alcohol, or witch hazel will help the mixture disperse into the air and prolong the scent. It can also help the DIY air freshener last longer, as all three ingredients will help keep bacteria at bay."

Use baking soda and vanilla extract to make an inexpensive DIY air freshener. Combine one to two tablespoons baking soda and one tablespoon vanilla extract in a spray bottle, fill with warm purified or distilled water, and shake vigorously before spraying. Purified or distilled water helps extend shelf life and prevents bacterial growth and mineral buildup. Adding vodka, rubbing alcohol, or witch hazel improves dispersion, prolongs scent, and inhibits bacteria. Essential oils such as orange or lemon can customize the aroma. Baking soda also works as an odor neutralizer when placed open in a refrigerator or sprinkled in a trash can.

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