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    Homemade Air Freshener ~ Odor Absorber

    by Jessica 35 Comments

    Homemade All Natural Air Freshener / Odor Absorber...get this and tons of other cleaning tips and tricks at mom4real.com

    So, last week I shared my recipe for All Natural Fabric Refresher Spray, which is great for neutralizing odors in the air and fabrics, but sometimes you need something that will absorb odors without being so obvious, right?  Today I'm sharing a recipe for Homemade Air Freshener / Odor Absorber...you will not believe how easy it is to make, and it seriously helps pull the odor out of the air in the stinkiest of rooms.  These are great for bathrooms, baby rooms (next to the diaper pail), kitchen, closets and anywhere you may notice moisture or stink in the air!

    You will need a 4oz mason jar, ½ cup of baking soda, 15 drops of essential oils in your scent of choice and some scrapbook paper or wrapping paper.

    Trace a Mason Jar LidTo start, trace one of the mason jar lid inserts onto the paper of your choice.  I used some leftover wrapping paper.

    Use baking soda and essential oils to make a homemade air freshener - odor absorber

    Now take ½ cup of baking soda and place it inside of the mason jar.

    Make your own odor absorber - air freshener using essential oils and baking soda

    Now add 15 drops of essential oils.  I used lavendar oil.

    Trace a mason jar lid onto paper to make a cute paper lid insert

    Now place the paper circle that you cut out into the mason jar lid, leaving the metal insert out.  Place the lid onto the jar.

    Place baking soda and essential oils in a mason jar to make your own odor absorbing air freshener

    Now, gently shake the container until the essential oils and baking soda blend together.

    How to make your own odor absorber in a jar

    Take a sewing needle and poke holes in the paper.

    That's it folks!  Now place in your bathroom or room of choice!  It will not only leave a nice faint scent in the air, but the baking soda will also absorb any stink or moisture in the air as well!  Plus, it's cute, and you can totally customize it with the paper of your choice so it will fit in with any room decor!

    For more cleaning tips and tricks like How To Clean In Between The Glass On Your Oven Door , click HERE!

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    This project was recently featured in Country Almanac Presents - The New Pioneer Magazine...an awesome publication full of gardening, farming and DIY ideas! I couldn't be more proud!

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    You can check it out in The New Pioneer Winter 2016 issue!

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    Comments

    1. Mary says

      February 18, 2014 at 10:44 am

      This is sooooo smart. Love this! Thank you

      Reply
    2. carol says

      September 05, 2014 at 12:09 am

      I was using the spray but that only masks the odor. I have 4 inside cats and 3 litter boxes. We clean it a few times a day use the spray (got that from HELOISE) but can still smell it. I made 2 tonight and will make 2 or as many jars as I can find. Great. I am going to buy a case of BAKING SODA. It works for mostly everything I see here on Pinterest. I love this Web site. You find out what the brilliant people do.

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        November 05, 2015 at 11:14 am

        Have you tried adding the Baking Soda to your Litter Boxes? Seems to me it would absorb the odor - or at least help. Also, if you have a Sam's membership (or something similar) they sell Arm & Hammer Baking Soda in 5 lb ziploc bags very cost effective.

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      • Texas Nana says

        September 24, 2019 at 3:05 pm

        Carol buy odorcide spray on line.It is a odor eliminator spray used at vets and hospitals . It eliminates bad odors well.
        from Texas Nana

        Reply
    3. d d says

      November 04, 2014 at 10:27 pm

      I appreciate the effort of spreading a recipe that does not involve nasty carcinogenic chemicals.

      However, mixing strong oils (or any liquid for that matter) with baking soda seems odd for two reasons. First, the baking soda naturally combats all odors, even pleasant ones such as oils. Second, the baking soda will clump with the oils, making the oil less effective than if it had direct contact with the air.

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      • Mary says

        November 06, 2017 at 3:33 pm

        I mix the lavender essential oil up with the baking soda. It makes it very soft texture and very loose. It’s a nice amazing combination.

        Reply
    4. Julianna says

      November 09, 2014 at 3:17 pm

      How long do these last before the baking soda and essential oils have to be replaced? I am also curious about the mixture of baking soda and essential oils working against each other chemically. I am interested to try this and see how it works.

      Reply
      • Rebekah says

        June 01, 2016 at 7:48 pm

        I made 2 of these for my small bathroom and sadly the good smells didn't last more than a couple days. I really wanted it to work but it does seem like the baking soda absorbs the oil smells. It does also seem to have lessened the bad smells too, though, so it's not a total loss.

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    5. NancyNurse says

      February 04, 2016 at 3:33 am

      Where do you find essential oils ?

      Reply
      • Darcie says

        May 29, 2016 at 9:47 pm

        Michaels craft store in the soap making area, whole foods, on line at Amazon

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        • Hannah says

          May 09, 2019 at 2:08 pm

          Eden’s Garden is where I get mine. They work well for me, both scent-wise and therapeutically.

          Reply
      • Calum says

        February 12, 2017 at 9:06 am

        Be careful of where you get essential oils, especially if you're going for a natural source of scents. Michaels for example is not a pure oil and does contain some carcinogenic properties. Whole Foods does tend to be better quality, but if you're willing to spend the money for a very good pure essential oil check out http://www.youngliving.com.

        Reply
    6. Montreal says

      September 23, 2016 at 11:33 am

      I am going to try this for my apartments water heater closet. Unfortunately the new tenants below me smoke marijuana and the nasty skunky smell lingers.

      Reply
      • Jessica says

        September 23, 2016 at 4:35 pm

        Oh goodness! I hope it helps!

        Reply
      • kim says

        July 01, 2017 at 10:08 am

        Go to amazon and buy a couple of essential oil diffusers and then order some DoTerra or Young Living orange, lemongrass and peppermint oils and diffuse!!!! Fills up your whole house with yummy freshness!!!!

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        • V. Audet says

          August 03, 2017 at 6:57 am

          Yes
          I use doterra essential oils. A little goes a long way. Well worth buying pure essentially oils. Doterra defusers are a smart way to use oils. I'm using for therapeutic reasons and enjoy the scents at the same time.

          Reply

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