A fresh-smelling home feels welcoming the moment you walk through the door. But strong, artificial fragrances can sometimes be overwhelming—or even irritating to sensitive noses and pets. The good news? You don’t need to rely on overpowering sprays to keep your home smelling clean. At Best Day Housecleaning, we believe that freshness comes from a healthy balance of cleanliness and subtle, natural scents. Here’s how to achieve it.
1. Start with a True Clean
No candle or air freshener can cover up dirt, pet odors, or lingering food smells. The foundation of a fresh-smelling home is regular cleaning:
- Take out the trash daily.
- Wash bedding, towels, and pet items frequently.
- Wipe down kitchen counters and sinks where odors tend to build.
A clean home naturally smells better before you add any fragrance at all.
2. Let Fresh Air In
Opening windows, even for just 10 minutes a day, helps circulate fresh air and push stale odors out. Using ceiling fans or exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens also helps keep indoor air fresh and breathable.
3. Use Natural Odor Absorbers
Instead of covering smells, eliminate them:
- Baking soda in the fridge, garbage cans, or on carpets before vacuuming.
- Activated charcoal bags in closets or near shoes.
- Vinegar bowls in small spaces to neutralize lingering odors.
4. Add Subtle Scents the Natural Way
Choose light, natural options that enhance freshness without overwhelming:
- Essential oils in a diffuser with calming scents like lavender, lemon, or eucalyptus.
- Simmer pots with water, citrus peels, and herbs on the stove.
- Fresh flowers or greenery to bring the outdoors in.
- Put 2 capfuls of vanilla extract in an oven safe container at 300 degrees for 1 hour
5. Focus on Fabrics
Upholstery, curtains, rugs, and pillows can trap odors over time. Regular vacuuming, spot cleaning, and occasional professional cleaning help keep fabrics smelling as fresh as the rest of your home.
6. Keep Pets Fresh, Too
Our furry friends add love (and sometimes odor) to our homes. Regular grooming, washing pet beds, and using pet-safe cleaners help minimize pet smells while keeping your pets comfortable.
Final Thoughts
A home that smells fresh doesn’t need to be filled with overpowering scents. By focusing on cleanliness, fresh air, natural odor absorbers, and light touches of fragrance, you can create a space that feels clean, inviting, and healthy.
At Best Day Housecleaning, we specialize in creating homes that look—and smell—their very best.
👉 Contact us today for a deep clean that leaves your home naturally fresh!
About The Author
Best Day Housecleaning has been serving the Fox Valley area since 2023. We service Geneva, North Aurora, South Elgin, West Chicago, Batavia, Elburn, and St. Charles, IL. Along with offering top-rate maid service trusted by families for exceptional cleaning, we also offer a range of services including recurring cleaning, deep cleaning, and move-in/move-out cleaning, all performed by our highly trained and trustworthy team of Cleaning VIPs. All of our Cleaning VIPs are insured, bonded, and background checked. We use eco-friendly products to ensure your home is transformed into a spotless sanctuary with a personalized approach and attention to detail that exceeds expectations.
Give us a call at 630-463-9041 or send us an email to happy@bestdayhousecleaning.com to get started!
