How to Make Homemade Air Freshener With Fabric Softener and Salt
Are you expecting guests and want to give your home a delightful fragrance in no time? Well, I’ve got an ingenious hack for you using simple ingredients like fabric softener, lemon, and salt.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through the steps to not only make your home smell amazing but also repel insects.
Let’s dive into this easy and effective home freshening solution!
Tools and Materials:
- Lemon
- Coarse salt
- Cloves
- Alcohol
- Laundry Softener
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1. Lemon Preparation
Cut a lemon into quarters, creating an X shape but leaving the bottom intact to allow it to fan out.
Place the prepared lemons in a small bowl, ready for the next steps.
2. Salt Infusion
Sprinkle a tablespoon of coarse salt over the cut lemons. This enhances the fragrance and adds a subtle touch to the overall effect.
3. Fabric Softener Magic
Pour a cup of concentrated fabric softener over the lemons and salt. This combination will create a delightful aroma that will quickly spread throughout your living space.
4. Placement
Strategically place the lemon bowl wherever you want a pleasant scent. I hid one behind frames near a door. The gentle breeze helps circulate the fragrance. You could also nestle them amongst decorative items in bathrooms for a fresh scent.
5. Ensect Repellent Option
If you also want to keep insects at bay, here’s a variation for you:
Before adding fabric softener, add 3 tablespoons of rubbing alcohol and a spoon of cloves. You can also eliminate the fabric softener all together for this option.
Push some cloves into the lemons.
More DIY Air Fresheners
Place these lemon concoctions near doors and windows to naturally repel insects from your home.
Homemade Air Freshener With Fabric Softener and Salt
Small changes can bring about a significant impact, and that’s exactly what this home hack promises.
From the foyer to the bathroom, let the fragrance of lemons and fabric softener create an inviting atmosphere. And for those looking to keep insects at bay, I’ve got you covered.
Try it out – your senses will thank you!
