How To Make Your House Smell Good With 20 Easy Hacks

Dryer sheets aren’t just for laundry—they can work wonders in your home too. Tuck them into closets, drawers, or even under your couch cushions to keep things smelling fresh. You can also place a dryer sheet in your air filter for an instant boost of freshness.

7. Make a Scented Cleaning Solution

Next time you clean, add a few drops of essential oil to your cleaning solutions. Lemon, tea tree, or lavender oils are great for this. Not only will your surfaces be spotless, but they’ll also smell fantastic.

8. Coffee Beans as Air Fresheners

Love the smell of coffee? Fill a bowl with coffee beans and place it in areas that need a little extra freshening up. For an added touch, stick a tea light candle in the middle of the beans—the heat will release the coffee aroma even more.

9. Stovetop Potpourri

Stovetop potpourri is a fantastic way to naturally scent your home. Combine apple slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise in a pot of water and let it simmer on the stove. This mixture not only smells divine but also adds a cozy, autumnal feel to your space.

10. DIY Reed Diffusers

Make your own reed diffusers with a small glass jar, a carrier oil (like almond oil), and essential oils. Insert a few reed sticks, and the scent will slowly diffuse into the air, keeping your home smelling lovely for weeks.

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