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5 ways to get your home smelling like Spring

5 ways to get your home smelling like Spring

AvatarMaegan-Leigh JacobsSeptember 16, 2024
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As spring rolls in, it’s time to refresh your home with light, airy scents that capture the essence of blooming flowers and fresh air.

Here are eight simple ways to bring the fragrance of spring into your home, helping you create an inviting atmosphere that feels fresh, clean, and vibrant.

1. Simmer a pot of fresh ingredients

A stovetop simmer can instantly fill your home with the scent of spring. Boil water and toss in citrus slices (like lemon, orange, or lime) along with herbs such as rosemary, lavender, or mint. As the mixture simmers, it will release a pleasant, natural fragrance that drifts throughout your space.

Experiment with different combinations to suit your mood, and enjoy the simplicity of using what’s already in your kitchen to infuse your home with freshness.

5 ways to get your home smelling like Spring

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2. Opt for light, floral candles

Candles are an easy and classic way to fill your home with a scent, but to capture the essence of spring, choose candles with light, floral notes like jasmine, lilac, or rose.

Avoid heavy, musky scents, and save your candles for moments when you want to enhance the relaxing ambience—like a quiet afternoon at home or a cosy evening indoors. Let the natural scents of your cooking take over while preparing meals, so your home stays refreshed and not overwhelmed by competing aromas.

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3. Use citrus to clean your garbage disposal

Your garbage disposal can be a source of hidden odours, but a simple citrus trick will keep it smelling fresh. Cut a lemon in half and run it through the disposal while running cold water.

The citrus oils will not only clean the blades but also fill your kitchen with a crisp, zesty aroma that lingers long after the job is done.

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4. Create a D.I.Y fabric spray

For pet owners, eliminating lingering pet odours is a must to keep your home smelling fresh. Make a homemade fabric spray by mixing 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 30 drops of your favourite essential oil (such as wild orange or lavender) in 2 cups of distilled water.

Spray it on furniture, bedding, or in the air to neutralise odours and introduce a light, refreshing scent. This natural solution will leave your home smelling as fresh as a spring garden.

5. Decorate with fresh flowers

One of the most natural ways to infuse your home with the scents of spring is to decorate with fresh flowers. Consider placing vases filled with roses, gardenias, or freesias in different rooms.

The fragrant blossoms will add a touch of beauty while emitting a soothing fragrance. You can also hang eucalyptus in your shower for a spa-like experience, or dry flowers like lavender to make your own homemade potpourri.

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6. Allow fresh air inside your home

Nothing beats the revitalising scent of fresh air to reset your home. Open your windows to let in a gentle cross-breeze, which will help flush out stale odours and invite the clean, crisp smell of spring inside.

To make this a regular habit, air out your rooms while cleaning or after cooking to keep your home’s atmosphere light and pleasant. Drying linens outside on a sunny day also adds a subtle, outdoor freshness to your space.

 

ALSO SEE: D.I.Y TIPS ON HOW TO KEEP YOUR BATHROOM SMELLING FRESH

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