Tips from experienced housewives on how to remove the smell in the closet with clothes

A wardrobe is a closed space with insufficient air flow. An overabundance of aromas, pets, dampness and dust can saturate the atmosphere in it with a heavy smell.

You should get rid of it without delay. Otherwise, you will have to think about buying a new wardrobe and a complete wardrobe change.

Read about how to remove the smell of mold and mustiness in the closet with clothes in the article.

Why is there an unpleasant musty aroma?

First of all, you need to find out what caused its appearance. Otherwise, the unpleasant smell can only be masked.

Common causes of occurrence:

1. Lack of ventilation.
2. High humidity.
3. Improper storage organization.
4. Dust mites.

Spider-like parasites of microscopic size appear in hard-to-reach places where dust accumulates. Ticks are not dangerous to the human body, but their waste products cause an unpleasant odor and allergies in households.

How to eliminate folk remedies?

Budgetary funds that are in the arsenal of every housewife will help to get rid of the heavy aroma.

First you need to finish the cabinet surfaces. Any of the following will do:

• table vinegar;
• hydrogen peroxide;
• boric acid.

Mode of application:

1. Prepare a solution with water in a 1: 3 ratio.
2. Wipe the shelves and walls of furniture.
3. Wait until dry.

It is recommended to carry out the treatment in a well-ventilated area.

To prevent the reappearance of odor, it is necessary use the available absorbents and flavors and place them on the shelves:

• pour salt, soda or crushed activated carbon into small containers;
• fill textile bags, preferably made of natural fabric, with ground or whole grain coffee;
• make a sachet from citrus peels, aromatic herbs, spices and spices.

It is not recommended to use air fresheners and to spray perfumery on the contents of the cabinet.This will have the opposite effect.

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Industrial neutralizers and absorbers

Specialized means for dealing with aromas will help housewives to quickly cope with the problem. Popular products:

SmelIOFF

A versatile odor remover in a convenient spray package. Effective on various surfaces.

You can process:

• footwear,
• clothes,
• animals,
• furniture,
• carpets and so on.

Does not cause an allergic reaction. The average price is 550-700 rubles for 0.5 liters.

Selena

Budget granular odor absorber, versatile and non-toxic. It is enough to open the hole on the container lid and place in places where heavy air accumulates. The average price is 20-38 rubles per 1 piece.

Amix-O

Concentrate Emix-O:

• neutralizes odors,
• disinfects,
• effective in combating animal odors.

It is economically consumed: a teaspoon is enough for one treatment. The average price is 350-420 rubles per 100 g. To achieve the result, you must carefully study the instructions on the packaging and strictly follow the manufacturer's recommendations.

We act according to the situation

The different nature of the appearance of the problem requires an individual approach... But the measures will be effective only in combination. It is necessary not only to get rid of the cause, elimination of the consequences and prevention are mandatory steps in the fight against foreign aromas in the closet.

How to remove in a new closet?

Buying new furniture is a joyful event, but the specific smell of paintwork and material can be a problem. Quality products exude a “new” aroma for no more than 2 weeks, but the process can be accelerated.

First of all, the room where the new cabinet is located must be ventilated. Get rid of the smell a simple but effective method will help:

1. Open furniture doors wide.
2. Pour baking soda into plastic glasses (no more than half).
3. Put them in every department.
4. Arrange the black tea bags on the shelves.

Learn how to remove the smell of new furniture. here.

From an old wooden

Even old furniture cannot give off an unpleasant scent on its own, so it is necessary to identify the cause of its appearance. The best way is to check things in the closet. If you get rid of the old stuff, wash the rest with the addition of a fragrant conditioner, the unpleasant smell will disappear.

The cabinet itself also needs to be freshened up:

• process shelves and walls with furniture polish;
• ventilate the inner parts until completely dry;
• lay out clean linen;
• add pieces of scented soap to it.

Spring cleaning should be repeated monthly. For prevention, you can use industrial flavors.

If the problem is partially gone, you can sprinkle dry mustard inside the cabinet and close the doors. After 48 hours, the powder will absorb excess aromas and must be removed.

Animal Smell

The appearance of uninvited guests in the wardrobe is another “aromatic” problem... If a mouse smell and rodent waste products appear on the shelves, it is necessary to exterminate their source and treat the surfaces with a solution of peroxide or acetic acid.

Alternative home ingredients:

• lemon acid,
• alcohol,
• hydrogen peroxide.

It is not recommended to use a product with a pungent odor for processing, the pet will certainly try to interrupt it by marking the territory again.

From tobacco

Corrosive tobacco smoke quickly settles on surfaces and penetrates into their structure.

To rid the furniture of the specific aroma, it is necessary to empty the shelves and treat with a weak solution of acetic acid.

Another option is to place a damp towel in the closet. After 30 minutes, wash it and repeat the procedure. After using a damp cloth, the surfaces need to be dried and ventilated.

Dust smell

Regular cleaning of the shelves is enough to eliminate the smell of dust. This requires:

1. Empty the wardrobe of contents.
2. Shake things thoroughly and hang out for airing.
3. Treat the surfaces with a damp cloth and a weak solution of vinegar or ammonia.
4. Ventilate and dry the cabinet thoroughly.
5. Put content back in place.

Mold

The fungus loves dark, damp places. Excessive humidity in the closet can lead to characteristic stains on surfaces and clothing. In addition, mold has a negative effect on the human body. You need to get rid of it at the first symptoms.

Mold is sensitive to aggressive components. Every house contains:

• baking soda;
• vinegar;
• hydrogen peroxide;
• alcohol;
• bleach.

A solution of water with one of the ingredients kills mold spores. To prevent its further appearance, you must use an antiseptic, which can be purchased at a hardware or hardware store.

Another effective method is processing the wardrobe with a steam generator.... If the surfaces are badly damaged by fungus, it is better to consider buying a new cabinet.

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Prevention

To prevent an unpleasant smell from settling in the closet where linen, clothes and shoes are stored, you must follow the rules:

1. Do not place the wardrobe near sources of dampness and strong odors (kitchen, bathroom), in dark, poorly ventilated corners. There must be a gap between the wall and the back of the cabinet for air circulation.
2. Take care of things regularly: hang out for airing on frosty and sunny days, dry well after washing, do not mix clean and second-hand clothes.
3. Carry out an audit and general cleaning of the shelves monthly. Preferably with a surface treatment with a weak vinegar solution.
4. Do not store shoes next to clothing; before seasonal storage, things must be cleaned, dried and packed.
5. Do not smoke indoors, do not allow pets to settle in the closet, do not keep the doors constantly open.

Helpful hints

Often an unpleasant odor on the shelves comes from laundry that is not properly cared for. Experienced housewives recommend paying attention to:

1. The choice of detergents and conditioners. The variety of aromas negatively affects the air of a small enclosed space. It is necessary to give preference to a weak aroma or household chemicals with its absence.
2. Washing and rinsing mode. Poor cleaning or detergent residues on fabrics are harmful to human skin, respiratory tract and air on wardrobe shelves.
3. Drying things. Remaining moisture on the laundry can cause mildew and heavy air in the storage area. Drying should take place outdoors or in a well-ventilated area, away from sources of strong odors.
4. Clothes storage. Do not overload the wardrobe with unnecessary things, store clean and worn leather goods (shoes, bags, belts) on the same shelf in the compartments for bedding and underwear.
5. Cleaning. Airing, revising and cleaning the shelves should become a habit.

You will find a lot of useful and important information about removing various unpleasant odors from objects and surfaces in this section.

Conclusion

Systematic removal of dust from inside furniture and maintaining optimal humidity in the room are mandatory measures to prevent foreign odors in the wardrobe.

Do not blame the age of furniture for the appearance of an unpleasant smell... The porous material of the cabinet surface really absorbs and stores aromas well. But they arise due to the fault of the housewives, who neglect the rules of laundry care, storage and do not carry out regular cleaning.