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  1. This Old House
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    How To Get Rid of a Musty Smell in Your Basement

    • The first step to getting rid of musty smells in your basement is to identify where they’re coming from. Often, a musty smell is simply a symptom of a more pressing issue, usually moldor mildew caused b… See more

    Make The Repairs

    Even if you can temporarily eliminate the musty smell in your basement, it will return if you don’t resolve the issue. Troublesome windows and doors will leak whenever it rains, and c… See more

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    Control The Humidity

    Once you make your repairs, you need to dry your basement and keep it dry. The easiest way to remove excess moisture is to use a dehumidifier. These devices pull moisture o… See more

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    Tackle The Smell

    With the moisture under control, you can finally tackle that musty aroma. The process is straightforward, and you may already have the supplies. Place bowls of baking sod… See more

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    Our Conclusion

    A musty smell can make a basement extremely uncomfortable to be in. Whether it’s an unfinished storage space or a finished family space, mustiness can be an indicator of … See more

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    How do you remove odor from a car trunk?
    Leave an open container of coffee grounds or a pan of cat litter in your trunk overnight to absorb odors. Spray rubber mats with a diluted bleach solution (1/2 cup bleach to 1 gallon hot water) and then hose them down with water. Do this on a warm, sunny day so you can leave the mats outside to air dry.
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    Make The Repairs
    Control The Humidity
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    Our Conclusion
    How do you remove odor from a car trunk?
     

  1. Eliminating Odors in Damp Spaces

    • 1 Air out closets, closed rooms, and cabins. Mold and mildew love cool, damp, and dark areas. ...
    • 2 Scrub hard surfaces with detergent. ...
    • 3 Cover-up room odors with homemade potpourri. ...
    • 4 Use cat litter to absorb moisture. ...
    • 5 Hang mesh bags of crushed volcanic rocks in damp places. ...
    • 6 Wipe windows and doors with a mixture of 1/2 water and 1/2 vinegar. ...

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    How do I get rid of odors in my basement?
    There's a few natural solutions that will help eliminate odors, and Hisense have some suggestions that are worth trying, "Place open containers of baking soda or activated charcoal around the basement to absorb odors. These natural deodorizers can help to neutralize musty smells effectively." 5. Avoid storing organic materials

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    How does one prevent body odor?

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    Body odour can be prevented by good personal hygiene like a regular shower, clean clothes, Shaving and dusting of underarms and other folded areas of the body also keep those areas dry and prevent infection which results in body odour. The use of anti-sweating products also helps.
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    How do you remove odor from a car trunk?
    Leave an open container of coffee grounds or a pan of cat litter in your trunk overnight to absorb odors. Spray rubber mats with a diluted bleach solution (1/2 cup bleach to 1 gallon hot water) and then hose them down with water. Do this on a warm, sunny day so you can leave the mats outside to air dry.

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    Does a damp basement smell?
    Pros share how to eliminate odors from a damp basement, plus surprising sources contributing to the stink. Basements are notorious for developing a musty smell. This is true whether you have a completely finished basement decked out with carpet and furniture, or you use this space as more of a storage or task-oriented destination.

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    Some of the ways to reduce vaginal odor are drinking plenty of fluids and staying hydrated. Dehydration can lead to excess ammonia concentration in the urine and give a pungent smell from the vagina. Other remedies are maintaining vaginal hygiene, avoiding tight-fitting clothes, practice safe sex, consume probiotics, reduce intake of sugary foods, and clean the area after sexual contact.
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    How do you get a moldy odor out of a purse?
    Clear out your purse then wash it. If it's not machine-washable, wash it with a rag dipped in mild soap and water. You can also try sprinkling baking soda inside and letting it sit for a few hours to absorb the smell. Can I use bleach or Lysol to get rid of a moldy odor from my walls? Yes, you can.

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  3. Bob Vila
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    Musty Smell in the Basement? Causes + Solutions - Bob Vila

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  6. House Digest
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    10 Ways To Deodorize Your Musty Basement That Work Like Magic

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    How to Get Rid of Musty Smells in Your Basement for …

    Jun 23, 2024 · Musty basement smells are unpleasant and uninviting, made worse by the fact that the odor's source is often challenging to locate. Fortunately, there are several common culprits of damp, musty basement …

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    How to Get Rid of That Musty Smell in Your Basement

    Mar 29, 2023 · So long as you ensure you identify and fix any condensation, leaks or other sources of moisture in your basement, properly cleaned and dried the area and used a DIY odor eliminator your basement should be good to go!

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    5 Ways to Remove Musty Odors - wikiHow

    Sep 29, 2024 · Fortunately, there are things you can do to get rid of musty odors, whether they're coming from your furniture, carpets, appliances, or any of your …

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      8 Steps to Get Rid of Musty Basement Smells

      Mar 16, 2023 · Luckily, with a bit of investigation and some thorough cleaning, you can get rid of even the most stubborn, musty basement smells. This article explores how to nip musty smells in the bud and how local basement …