How to Make Air Fresheners / Deodorizers: Frugal and Green

Many commercial sprays and cleaners contain chemicals that aren't good for you or the environment -- and they can be expensive. But you can make your own air freshener and home deodorizer using common household products. Natural alternatives are safe for your family, reduce the chemicals in your home and also help the environment.

Things You'll Need

• Spray bottle
• Essential oils
• Baking soda

Instructions

1. Combine 1 cup of water with eight to 10 drops of essential oils. You can use one oil scent or mix and match.

2. Shake the spray bottle and let it sit for about an hour to fully combine.

3. Spray the solution as you would any air freshener.

4. Label the spray bottle with the ingredients if it's a scent you like so you can re-create it later on.

5. Sprinkle baking soda in a couple of bowls and place strategically around the room. This will deodorize the space. Replace the baking soda about every week.

Tips & Warnings

• If you're not sure which essential oils to use, try six drops of bergamot, one drop of eucalyptus and two drops of lemon essential oils.

References

• Food: Essential Oil Room Air Freshener Spray Recipe
• Eartheasy: Non-Toxic Home Cleaning