Vinegar

• 1). Pour vinegar into wide-mouth trays or bowls.
  
  
• 2). Add three to four drops of lemon juice to the bowl.
  
  
• 3). Stir to mix the lemon juice with the vinegar.
  
  
• 4). Place the bowls on the kitchen counters or in the bathroom to absorb odors.
  
  

Baking Soda Spray

• 1). Combine 2 cup of hot water with 1/8 cup of baking soda in a spray bottle.
  
  
• 2). Shake the bottle to dissolve the baking soda.
  
  
• 3). Add 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice to the spray bottle. Shake it again to mix the lemon juice into the water.
  
  
• 4). Spray the solution around your home to freshen it.
  
  

Activated Charcoal

• 1). Place activated charcoal into an open container.
  
  
• 2). Place the container in discrete areas in your home to absorb odors.
  
  
• 3). Replace the activated charcoal as needed.
  
  

Coffee Grounds

• 1). Place 3 to 4 tbsp. of fresh coffee grounds in old socks.
  
  
• 2). Tie the old socks closed to prevent the coffee grounds from spilling.
  
  
• 3). Place the socks in drawers, closets or other small spaces to absorb odors.
  
  

Citronella and Rubbing Alcohol

• 1). Combine 2 tbsp. of citronella oil with 1/2 cup of rubbing alcohol in a gallon-sized bucket.
  
  
• 2). Add 1 gallon of water to dilute the solution.
  
  
• 3). Clean the area that smells with the solution. Test it on a small inconspicuous area first to ensure that it will not damage the area.