How to Get the Odor of Cigarette Smoke Out of Your Hotel Room

If you've ever been into a home or a car where the owner smokes, you know cigarette smoke leaves a pungent smell. Getting rid of the smell is an even bigger problem. Air fresheners might just temporarily overpower the odor. However, you can take several steps to eliminate the odor completely.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Apple cider vinegar Small to medium bowl Candles/incense Deodorizing spray Dryer sheets Baking soda Deodorizing all-purpose cleaner Napkins Scented oil
Apple cider vinegar
Small to medium bowl
Candles/incense
Deodorizing spray
Dryer sheets
Baking soda
Deodorizing all-purpose cleaner
Napkins
Scented oil

Step 1

Pour two to three cups of apple cider vinegar in a small- to medium-sized bowl. Let the bowl of vinegar sit in the center of the room for a three to four hours with the doors and windows shut, then open the doors and windows to rid the room of the vinegar smell.

Step 2

Light candles or incense to release powerful aromas into the room to mask the smell of the vinegar.

Step 3

Spray the bedding with a deodorizing spray or have the bedding washed. Stick dryer sheets inside of the pillow cases.

Step 4

Sprinkle the carpet with baking soda. Allow it to sit for a three to four hours, then request that your room be vacuumed.

Step 5

Scrub surfaces (tables, desks, chairs, TV stands) with a deodorizing all-purpose cleaner. Smoke residue not only sticks to fabrics, but it can be left on surfaces like wood, metal and plastic.

Step 6

Wipe off the light bulbs in the room. Turn them off and allow them to cool down for at least 10 minutes. Spray a small amount of cleaner onto a napkin or cloth and wipe the bulbs down. Drop a few drops of scented oil onto the bulbs to release a more pleasurable smell in your room.

Tips & Warnings

Never leave candles or incense burning unattended.

Article Written By Emilia Lamberto

Since 2007, Emilia Lamberto has been a professional writer specializing in home and garden, beauty, interior decorating and personal relationships. Her work has appeared in various online publications. Lamberto owns two blogs, one which provides readers with freelance job opportunities and one which covers beauty advice and product reviews.

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