Category Archives: Materials

How to Get Rid of Patchouli Smell

The unique aroma of patchouli may bring the 60's to mind. It is extremely strong and has been described as mossy, musty, earthy. People seem to either love it or hate it, and there is very little middle ground. If you happen to fall into the "Hate it" camp, this guide on how to remove...
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How to Get Rid of Polyurethane Smell

Polyurethane smell is unfortunately one of the necessary evils of working with this common woodworking finish. It is an stench like no other, and it is notoriously hard to get rid of. Anyone who has had their hardwood floors redone can attest to the migraine-inducing vileness that is in your face from the moment you...
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How to Get Rid of Egg Smell

You may enjoy eating eggs, but that doesn't mean you want to smell them after you have cleaned your plate. This is the kind of stank that makes you want to gag and slap someone. It's much worse when you didn't cook the eggs yourself but walk into an egg stank cloud from someone else's...
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How to Get Rid of Cedar Smell

Cedar-lined closets can look great, but the funk they create is overwhelming. You open the door and it's lying in wait for you. Not only that, but it clings to anything and everything stored in the closet.   Even if you remove your clothing from a cedar closet, you won't be fortunate enough to get...
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How to Get Smell Out of Silk

This delicate natural fiber is usually only used within the finest and most expensive clothing and decor. While it is usually associated with the finer things in life, many are surprised when it develops and odor all of its' own.     Though this fragile textile can present a special set of deodorizing challenges, by using...
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How to Get Smell Out of Memory Foam

People who have made the switch to memory foam and are enjoying its benefits will tell you that they are getting the best nights' sleep ever. They may fail to mention that this material really knows how to hold a stank. Like the name implies, the product takes in certain smells and commits them to...
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How to Get Rid of Rotten Meat Smell

If you are unfortunate enough to encounter the Smell of Death, aka rotten meat smell, it is a stench you won't soon forget. It has the capacity to make even people who brag about having a cast-iron stomach feel like they are going to throw up. The smell is just completely rotten. You may not...
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How to Get Rid of Manure Smell

What's the first thing that crosses your mind when you think of manure? It's stank, isn't it? The stuff may be natural, but that doesn't necessarily make it sweet-smelling. The stuff reeks, especially when it's fresh. It smell like…crap. You may be exposed to this stuff if you are planning on doing some gardening. ...
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How to Get Rid of Burlap Smell

Burlap is a coarse fabric made from jute, flax, or hemp. It is used for a number of purposes, including making bags, Ghillie suits worn by hunters and military personnel, and other products, and to reinforce certain types of flooring. Burlap is also known for having a distinct aroma. Once you have encountered it, burlap...
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How to Get Rid of Nail Polish Smell

Nail polish smell makes fingers and toes look great when applied correctly, but the stench as it dries is something else. It is a unique scent that makes the hair inside your nostrils sit up and take notice (and probably straighten out right in your nostril), and once you inhale it, you can't get away...
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