What’s the best way to keep cigarette smell out of my house and furniture

Cigarette smoke odor is persistent and hard to eliminate, whether you’ve recently quit smoking or moved into a home previously occupied by smokers. Here are ten effective methods to freshen up your living space:

1. Open Windows: Let fresh air flow through your home to help remove smoke particles and odors.
2. Clean Furniture: Wipe down furniture with warm water and mild dish soap, focusing on areas that absorb smoke, like cushions and wood frames. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
3. Use Baking Soda: Sprinkle baking soda on fabric furniture and carpets. Let it sit for several hours or overnight, then vacuum it up.
4. Vinegar Spray: Mix equal parts vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Lightly spray furniture to neutralize odors.
5. Activated Charcoal: Place bowls of activated charcoal in areas with smoke odor to absorb and neutralize the smell.
6. Coffee Grounds: Place fresh coffee grounds near affected areas to mask smoke odor with a pleasant aroma.
7. Fabric Fresheners: Use products like Febreze to temporarily cover smoke odors, but note this is not a permanent solution.
8. Steam Clean: Use a steam cleaner to deep clean fabric furniture, drapes, and carpets, helping remove trapped smoke particles.
9. Wash Removable Covers: Wash removable furniture covers according to the manufacturer’s instructions to eliminate embedded smoke particles.
10. Professional Cleaning: Consider hiring a professional cleaning service if other methods don’t work.

The most effective way to eliminate cigarette smoke odor is to quit smoking. While quitting is challenging, it greatly improves your health and creates a smoke-free home. Support systems are available to help you on your journey to a healthier, cleaner living environment.