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How To Eliminate Odors

 
If your current car air freshener isn't effective in removing a bad odor from your car, it's time to replace it. But before you rush out to the store for a new one, you need to know what is causing the foul odor.

Most car owners will use air fresheners inside their cars, but do not keep their car's interiors clean. An interior that is not regularly cleaned will have a bad odor inside the vehicle. Often, it is a spilt liquid or leftover food debris that are creating the foul smell. Either way, a good vacuuming and washing of your car starting from the inside and working out will help eliminate odors. Be sure to treat any spots and stains you find with an car friendly cleaner. For car owners who travel with pets, cleaning the interior of a car can be a daunting task. We recommend you thoroughly clean your car's interior with an enzyme enhanced cleaner. Once the interior is clean, a car air freshener like our scented oil diffuser with new car scent will be the most effective in keeping your car smelling fresh and clean.

More tips for effectively removing stubborn odors can be found in the chart below.


problem smell solution suggested scents
 
1.
Vacuum and shampoo vehicle interior
2.
Place 4.5oz scented gel air fresheners under seats and in trunk.
Fresh Linen
New Car Scent
Alpine Meadow / Summer Breeze
1.
Clean spot with an enzyme cleaner and let dry.
2.
Place 8oz canister under closest seat, adjust to desired fragrance level.
Citrus Sunshine
Summer Breeze
Cucumber Melon
Mold / Mildew
1.
Change cabin air filter, if any, according to manufacturers instructions
2.
Place a Refresh scented oil wick in air vent.
New Car Scent
Fresh Strawberry / Cool lemonade
Very Cherry
Stale Food
1.
Remove wrappers and any leftover food debris, vacuum interior.
2.
Place a Refresh scented oil wick in air vent.
Any Refresh single or dual-scent
Scented Oil Wick
 
Pet Odors
1.
Vacuum completely. Remove any stains with an enzyme cleaner.
2.
Place a Refresh scented oil wick in air vent, and a 4.5oz gel canister under front seat.
Fresh Linen
New Car / Cool Breeze
Very Cherry
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