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Homemade air freshener project

Where would a bathroom be without a bit fragrance to help it along in life?

First up, it’s a good idea to sneak a little dish of baking soda or bicarbonate soda somewhere if you can. It is great at absorbing smells, however the humidity in most bathrooms means that it needs to be changed every couple of weeks. Next, if you have the space, a reed diffuser is ideal, as it keeps the room consistently smelling good.

Last, but certainly not least, an air freshener spray will remedy most of the realities of life. I love the fresh combination of lemon and rosemary. They both have antibacterial properties too. Feel free to use your favourite essential oil blend, although I would avoid eucalyptus, because of its solvent properties.

The basic principle is 10 drops of essential oil and 2 drops of dish washing liquid/detergent for every cup of water, with an optional splash of vodka thrown in. The detergent helps distribute the oil and the vodka keeps the blend fresh for longer.

Ingredients
20 drops lemon essential oil
15 drops rosemary essential oil
Squirt of dish washing liquid or detergent
Splash of vodka (optional)
2 cups water (preferably boiled water that had cooled down)
1/2 litre/1 pint spray bottle

Method
Combine all ingredients in spray bottle and lightly shake the bottle to mix (not too hard or you’ll end up in a froth). Label with a note to ‘shake before use’.