The Vacuuming Hack That'll Leave Your Floors Smelling Fresh For Days

After vacuuming, you might experience a dusty, musty, or generally unpleasant smell left behind. That can be a result of too much dust, smelly substances, or mold that has been left to fester in the vacuum bag. To leave your floors and rooms smelling fresh after vacuuming, concentrate on the vacuum bag and make sure it is clean and fresh. One way to do this is by dropping some laundry scent beads like Downy Unstopables into the bag. By adding 10 to 12 of the Unstopables beads into your bag or canister, you can have a fresh scent that will last for weeks.

Another hack for creating a pleasant scent while vacuuming is to add a few drops of essential oils to a cotton ball or to a tablespoon of baking soda and drop it into the vacuum bag. As you vacuum, the air passing through the vacuum will carry the scent of the essential oil into the room. You can also use scented vacuum bags or filters which are created to release pleasant smells every time you run the vacuum.

These simple vacuuming hacks can instantly freshen up your living space. However, you need to start with a clean vacuum so that your floors can stay smelling fresh for days. Before trying out these hacks, clean your vacuum well. Empty the dust bag or tray and replace it with a new one or wash it properly if it is reusable. Water, soap, and a bit of white vinegar or baking soda can help kill any mold.

The brush attachment, hose, and filter should also be replaced or taken out to be cleaned because they hold a lot of old residue like dust and hair. Let them dry before putting them back. When the vacuum itself is clean, it will be easier to maintain a pleasant smell after use in your space. Another general cleaning tip is to have fresh air and good ventilation while you're vacuuming by opening the windows or doors.