How Do You Naturally Remove Smoke Smells After A Fire?
Even though a fire can actually start anywhere in your home, most of them ignite in the kitchen. According to the the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 30 percent of house fires begin there. Even if a fire is restricted to one room, however, that doesn’t mean the rest of your house is unaffected. Smoke travels, especially when a forced-air furnace or an air conditioner is running. After the smoke has been cleared out, it leaves a foul smell behind. There are things you can do to naturally remove smoke smells after a fire. Open the windows and doors to let the fresh air in. Place fans in the windows and/or doorways to pull in clean air and circulate it around your house. Ventilating your house after a fire is a natural, efficient way to help clear the air. Sprinkle any dry carpets in your house generously with baking soda. Use a broom to work it into the nap. Allow the soda to sit undisturbed overnight. Vacuum the carpets thoroughly the next day until all the baking soda is g
