{"id":18875,"date":"2018-12-16T23:19:25","date_gmt":"2018-12-16T23:19:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/?p=18875"},"modified":"2018-12-16T23:19:25","modified_gmt":"2018-12-16T23:19:25","slug":"how-to-remove-cigarette-smoke-smell-from-your-property","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/how-to-remove-cigarette-smoke-smell-from-your-property\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Remove Cigarette\/Smoke Smell From Your Property?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- SEO Ultimate Plus (https:\/\/seoultimateplus.com) - Code Inserter module -->\n<script async>(function(s,u,m,o,j,v){j=u.createElement(m);v=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0];j.async=1;j.src=o;j.dataset.sumoSiteId='b68b392479b5981b8acf46565e9fe32a0734fc21a1f7c1e60121eaa6ca1a1c64';v.parentNode.insertBefore(j,v)})(window,document,'script','\/\/load.sumo.com\/');<\/script>\n<!-- \/SEO Ultimate Plus -->\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it\u2019s you who&#8217;s a smoker or your annoying roommate, you may at some point experience the dilemma of a household that reeks of cigarette smoke or a burnt smell. If this is you, have no fea<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The House Shop<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> we are going to break down a handful of quick and efficient ways that you can get rid of the unpleasant burnt smell of cigarette smoke for good! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/landlords\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">landlord<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, tenant, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/home-staging-tips\/449\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">staging<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and you have the heavy scent soaked deep down in your furniture, curtains, or any other upholstery, you could get rid of the smoky odour using common household items that you probably already have laying around. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fresh and tidy property is not only <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/10-essential-tips-for-first-time-house-sellers\/17016\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">easier to sell<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> but will have a higher value (you can get a free valuation <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/free-valuation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Keep Smoking Limited Only to Outdoor Areas<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Okay, this is more of a preventative strategy but if you don\u2019t want your house to smell like smoke, don\u2019t smoke inside! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That second-hand smoke is not only is it bad for you, but also for your family members, guests and even pets. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are going to smoke inside a property, then you should definitely consider installing an air purifier. Figure out what the right filter would be and go after a unit that will <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshairguide.com\/best-air-purifier-for-smoke-weed\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">efficiently extracts smoke and purifies the air<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A quality extractor will help eliminate the majority of toxins floating in the air (the ones that aren\u2019t going straight to your lungs or to those of the smokers you live with, or used to live in the property, that is).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Use Vinegar to Remove Smoke Odour<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfiltered apple cider vinegar, or ACV. It is best for this process and comes with quite a few <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/6-proven-health-benefits-of-apple-cider-vinegar\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">amasing benefits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? It\u2019s also great for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/top-10-household-cleaning-hacks\/6473\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cleaning<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> too!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few different ways of utili\u0441ing it to remove the unpleasant odour of smoke. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can boil the vinegar within the room itself. Vinegar vapour will help diffuse what nasty smell of smoke floats in the air. Keep in mind though, that this may leave your home smelling a little bit, well, vinegary. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can \u201csteam clean\u201d your clothes with boiling vinegar by placing them close to or above the pot. You can also add ACV to your laundry by mixing 1 part vinegar to 8 parts of warm water or use the same solution to scrub down furniture, linens, and household surfaces that have been exposed to rancid cigarette smoke.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Try Baking Soda <\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So you\u2019ve tried vinegar, but it left a distinctly sour smell in your house? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here comes a funny, elementary school science experiment that you can easily put to practical use! In case you don\u2019t know, sodium bicarbonate is the active ingredient in baking soda that neutralizes the acid nature of vinegar. Besides being <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/how-to-clear-a-blocked-drain-naturally\/16084\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a great DIY solution to clear a blocked drain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but baking soda is an incredible absorber!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve already successfully used apple cider vinegar to absorb odours from cigarette smoke, it\u2019s now time to eliminate the nasty smell of vinegar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rub baking soda (the same kind you can find in the baking aisle) into the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/furniture\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">furniture<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or clothing that was previously infected by cigarette smoke. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch as the foam does its work, and then use lukewarm water to remove the concoction and bam! You\u2019ve got yourself a smoke odour free zone. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, this step isn\u2019t completely necessary. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the sour smell of vinegar doesn\u2019t bother you too much, it will naturally diminish over time, especially if you can vent the room. If not, it will naturally fade out after a few days. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also sparkle baking soda over any affected areas without using vinegar as it has amasing odour absorbing abilities on its own. Wait a few days and then vacuum what baking soda you\u2019ve sprinkled out of carpets and upholstery. If you want to push <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/the-dos-and-donts-of-diy-a-guide-for-homeowners\/12736\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DIY further<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you could <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestcarpetcleanerguide.co.uk\/carpet-cleaning-products\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pick a carpet shampoo and devote yourself to \u201cscrub, rinse and repeat\u201d<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This method is not recommended for those with pets as consuming baking soda poses health risks for your beloved animals. Here are a handful of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/quick-home-cleaning-tips-for-pets\/18729\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quick home cleaning tips for pet owners<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Put Out Charcoal<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charcoal acts as a natural air purifying agent and can be found in many commercial-grade air filtration systems. Charcoal is non-toxic, and it\u2019s not at all uncommon for people to use charcoal pills after ingesting something toxic in order to rid it from the body. As it turns out, you can do the same for air in your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simply place bowls of activated charcoal around the household and wait for it to do its magic. It\u2019s that simple! Replace the charcoal over time in order to keep up with the air purifying process. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Put Out Coffee Grounds<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who doesn\u2019t love the smell of a cup of joe brewing in the morning? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people prefer coffee with their cigarettes, and some people prefer coffee over their cigarettes. Regardless which type you are, coffee grounds won\u2019t merely mask the smell of cigarette odours, but can also absorb. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So before you throw away your used coffee grounds, consider all that health potential from your morning pick-me-up.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Use an Essential Oil Diffuser<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/what-are-essential-oils#section3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essential oils<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are often used in aromatherapy and are a great way to relax when receiving a healthy massage. But did you know that you can buy a device to diffuse your favourite essential oils into the air? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing so can help to mask the smell of old cigarette smoke (or the vinegar used to remove it) and help to create a much more pleasant and relaxing atmosphere. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Try Ammonia<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ammonia is a relatively harsh household cleaner that can release its own toxic compounds into the air, so we recommend this method as a last-ditch effort. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> According to Jonathan Prichards, CEO of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mattressinsider.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MattressInsider.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can mix 1 cup of ammonia with 1 gallon of water and use it to scrub household surfaces and furnishing that have proven resistant to more natural remedies. Ammonia could also help you get rid of vomit stains.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Get an Air Purifier with a Carbon Filter<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As stated above, we recommend installing an air purifier to help remove the remaining smells and toxins from the cigarette smoke. This step is especially important if you have opted to use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.ny.gov\/environmental\/emergency\/chemical_terrorism\/ammonia_general.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ammonia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, as it can release additional toxins into the air which can be dangerous when inhaled. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hopefully, this guide will help you in removing that frustrating cigarette smoke smell! Good luck and happy scrubbing! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Consider Hot Water Extraction<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you keep asking yourself \u201cWhy do I keep smelling cigarette smoke?\u201d then pressurised hot water extraction is the right solution for your case. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/20060531\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PHWE (also HWE)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a method superior to regular steam treatment via your average off-the-shelf steam cleaner. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The technique of pressurised hot water extraction is the best one to fully extract saggy smoke smell from various upholstery, such as mattresses, carpeting, drapery, couches and etc. units upholstered in fabric that supports the method. For the rest, it\u2019s better to use the dry cleaning alternative. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The method uses high-end gear that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gocleanerslondon.co.uk\/end-of-tenancy-cleaning\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sucks out up to 99% of dirt nested in the fabric<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and can successfully help any household to get rid of cigarette smell. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Final Remarks,<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To have a stinky and saggy smell of cigarette smoke soaked throughout your entire apartment and house can be absolutely repulsive and to get rid of the scent could be a challenge, especially if you had tobacco smouldering for too long. Follow our handful of tips and tricks and you will surely remove the signs of smoke smell from your house.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether it\u2019s you who&#8217;s a smoker or your annoying roommate, you may at some point experience the dilemma of a household that reeks of cigarette smoke or a burnt smell. 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