Make Your Home Smell Better Without Chemicals

There's nothing better than a clean, fresh-smelling home. Whether it's an inviting floral scent, refreshing citrus, or the unmistakable scent of fresh-baked cookies, the way your home smells can make it feel warm, cozy, and welcoming.

Unfortunately, most popular air fresheners, plug-ins, and candles are full of toxic chemicals that can pollute the air, make your pets sick, and even cause respiratory issues. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to make your house smell great without chemicals. Here are seven ideas to help you get started.

1. Use Your Stove Top
   Add some orange slices and cinnamon sticks to a pot of water and bring it to a light simmer. Let the mixture sit on your stovetop, and watch as the amazing scent spreads throughout your home.
   
   
2. Add Essential Oils to Pine Cones
   Toss some pine cones in a wicker basket and add a few drops of your favorite essential oils to each one. The smell will radiate from the basket, and you can easily move it from room to room. For even more variety, try making different scented baskets for your dining room table, kitchen counter, and bathrooms.

3. Deodorize Your Carpets
   It's easy to make a natural carpet deodorizer by mixing together baking soda, Borox, and essential oils. Shake the mixture onto the carpets, let it sit for 15 to 20 minutes, then vacuum it up. The powder will absorb any lingering odors and leave your home smelling fresh.
   
   
4. Make Your Own Room Spray 
   Purchase a small glass spray bottle and mix a cup of water with three or four drops of essential oils. Scents like lemongrass and rosemary are great for the kitchen, while lavender spray is an excellent option for the bedroom. You can spritz the mixture into the air or lightly spray it on furniture, pillows, and carpets.
   
   
5. Use an Oil Diffuser
   Essential oils don't just smell good, but some can actually help you sleep better, improve cognitive function and emotional health, and even boost your immune system. Essential oil diffusers fill your home with pleasant scents while also allowing you to enjoy the positive physical and mental benefits. Consider placing diffusers in your bedrooms, living room, and kitchen.
   
   
6. Add Cloves to Oranges
   When you're having company over, you can easily create a wonderfully inviting scent by pushing a handful of whole cloves into the peel of an orange. Place a couple of the clove-covered oranges in an attractive bowl on your kitchen counter or use it as a centerpiece on your table.
   
   
7. Use Fresh Cut Flowers
   Fresh-cut flowers look beautiful and also add an unmistakable scent to your home. For best results, choose strongly-scented options like roses, lilacs, hyacinths, freesia, lilies, or peonies.

It's so easy to make your home smell great naturally. There's really no reason to take chances with chemical-based products. Now that you know the basics, you can have fun experimenting with creating a variety of different scents. The possibilities are endless!

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