Learn how to make carpet freshener with this simple DIY recipe. Perfect for personal use or an upscale batch for business ventures. With just a few ingredients, you can create a fragrant powder to freshen up your carpets. Easily customisable with different fragrances and scents.
20 Minutes
Time to Complete
beginner
Difficulty
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- Weighing Scales
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Sieve
- Storage Bags
- Using your weighing scales, measure out 1kg of Sodium Bicarbonate and 50g of your chosen Fragrance Oil.
- Add both ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly until the fragrance is evenly distributed in the sodium bicarbonate.
- Sieve the mixture to remove any clumps and ensure a fine, smooth texture.
- Leave the mixture in an open container for 24–48 hours to allow it to fully dry and absorb the fragrance.
- Once completely dry, transfer into shaker bottles or jars ready for use.
Freshen up your home the easy way with a simple DIY carpet freshener made from just a few affordable ingredients. If your carpets are holding onto unwanted odours but you’d rather avoid expensive shop-bought products, this homemade solution is the perfect alternative.
Carpet fresheners are designed to neutralise and absorb unpleasant smells trapped within carpet fibres, while leaving behind a light, refreshing fragrance. They’re ideal for maintaining a clean, inviting atmosphere between deep cleans.
Homemade carpet fresheners made with baking soda and suitable fragrance oils can be a safer alternative to some commercial products. However, always supervise pets and children during application and vacuum thoroughly afterwards. For best results, test on a small, hidden area first—especially when using on delicate or natural fibre carpets.
An affordable, effective, and customisable way to keep your home smelling beautifully fresh.
How To Use Carpet Freshener
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Sprinkle evenly – Lightly sprinkle the carpet freshener over your carpet or rug.
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Leave to sit – Allow it to sit for around 15–30 minutes so it can absorb odours.
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Vacuum thoroughly – Vacuum the area well to remove the powder from the carpet fibres.
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Enjoy the fragrance – Your carpet should now smell clean and refreshed.
Tip: Always test a small, hidden area first to make sure the product is suitable for your carpet.
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1. What Are Carpet Fresheners Used For?
Carpet fresheners help neutralise and absorb unpleasant odours trapped in carpet fibres. They leave behind a light, pleasant fragrance and keep carpets smelling fresh between deep cleans.
2. How Do You Use A DIY Carpet Freshener?
Simply sprinkle the freshener evenly over your carpet, leave it to sit for 5–10 minutes to absorb odours, then vacuum thoroughly.
3. How Long Should I Leave The Freshener On The Carpet?
For best results, leave it on for at least 5 minutes. For stronger odours, you can leave it slightly longer before vacuuming.
4. Are Homemade Carpet Fresheners Safe For Pets And Children?
DIY carpet fresheners made with sodium bicarbonate and suitable fragrance oils can be safer than some commercial alternatives. However, always keep pets and children away during application and vacuum thoroughly to remove residue. Always check IFRA and safe usage rates for your fragrance or essential oil.
5. Can I Use Essential Oils Instead Of Fragrance Oils?
Yes, essential oils can be used. However, always ensure they are suitable for the intended use and check maximum recommended usage levels. Some essential oils may not be pet-safe.