17 Brilliant All-Natural Home Scent Hacks You Need to Know

written by Sarah Flowers September 9, 2018

Frugal All Natural Scent Hacks That Will Transform Your Home

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With cooler temperatures, most of us will be spending more time indoors this fall and winter. The holiday season is also fast approaching, bringing more company to our homes than perhaps any other time of year. Get your home ready for friends and family fast with these Amazing All-Natural Home Scent Hacks that will have your home smelling great in no time – even if you have pets!

I have three cats and a small dog living in my home with me, and pets often bring embarrassing odors into your home. Luckily, these All-Natural Home Scent Hacks will destroy even the toughest odors – for much less money and without the dangerous chemicals found in many home scent brands like Glade and Febreeze.

In fact, these safe, all-natural ingredients are the perfect option for kid- and pet-friendly homes! Just be sure to supervise kids and pets when using the stovetop simmering scent recipes, so no one gets burned.

PRO TIP: Many of these scent hacks use essential oils. My favorite brand is Plant Therapy. It’s a high-quality and affordable brand and available on Amazon!

For more genius home hacks, check out the following:

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All-Natural Home Scent Hacks Everyone With a Home Needs

DRIED CITRUS WREATH

Hang a dried citrus wreath to greet guests and make a great first impression!

ESSENTIAL OIL ROOM SPRAY

Make your own room spray with essential oils to freshen your home instantly. Works great on fabrics, too!

BRING AUTUMN INDOORS

Simmering sweet-smelling ingredients in water on the stove is the best all-natural way to make your entire home smell incredible for hours! Bring those warm, inviting scents of fall to your home by simmering apples, cinnamon, orange peels, and cloves.

MAKE YOUR HOME SMELL LIKE CHRISTMAS

Give your home a festive holiday makeover with barely any time, effort, or money by simmering traditional holiday scents like orange, cinnamon, cranberry, fresh pine, apple cider, and more!

POTTERY BARN COPYCAT SCENT

Make your home smell just like high end stores like Pottery Barn and Williams & Sonoma with lemon, rosemary, and vanilla.

FRUIT RIND AIR FRESHENERS

Sea salt has many benefits, including naturally freshening the air and removing odors. Put salt in hollowed citrus rinds and top with your favorite herbs or essential oils for a frugal and fabulous scent hack!

DIY REED OIL DIFFUSER

Make your own reed oil diffuser with a glass, dowel rods, and essential oils!

CHEAP + NATURAL CARPET DEODORIZER

Make your own super cheap carpet deodorizer with baking soda, borax (available at WalMart or on Amazon), and essential oils, or ground cinnamon or cloves.

EUCALYPTUS IN THE SHOWER

Hang fresh eucalyptus in your shower using one of these Command hooks just for showers. You can find eucalyptus at your local florist or some garden centers for just a few dollars. The heat from the shower will release natural essential oils in the eucalyptus to freshen your bathroom every time you shower.

REMOVE MILDEW SMELLS FROM LAUNDRY

All it takes is 1 cup of white vinegar added to your laundry to remove those nasty mildew smells and freshen your laundry naturally.

FRESHEN YOUR GARBAGE DISPOSAL

Freeze vinegar and lemon chunks, and add to your running garbage disposal to freshen it anytime. The ice will help keep the blades sharp while the vinegar and lemon kills funky food odors.

DESTROY OFFENSIVE FOOD SMELLS

Lingering food smells can make your home smells downright offensive! Learn how to prevent and destroy them with this helpful infographic.

FRESHEN YOUR CAR

Put a few drops of essential oil on a clothespin and clip it to your car’s air vent to freshen your whole car in no time!

DIY BEESWAX CANDLES

Love candles? Make your own chemical-free beeswax candles in the oven!

AIR FILTER SCENT HACK

Put a few drops of essential oil on your home air filter to freshen your entire home effortlessly!

AIR FILTER ON A BOX FAN

Put an air filter behind a box fan for a super cheap way to filter the air in your home, and add a few drops of essential oils to freshen the air.