How to Get Rid of Paint Smells
Fill up three or more bowls halfway with tap water. , Add a slice of lemon and one-quarter cup (59.14 mL) of salt to each bowl of water., Place all bowls around a room that has recently been painted., Allow the bowls to sit overnight, or until the...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Fill up three or more bowls halfway with tap water.
Substitute white vinegar for lemon and salt if you lack these ingredients.
If using vinegar, use one part vinegar for every one part water. , Water, lemon, salt, and vinegar have the ability to naturally absorb paint odors. ,, These items will not be safe to consume after having absorbed paint smells. -
Step 2: Add a slice of lemon and one-quarter cup (59.14 mL) of salt to each bowl of water.
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Step 3: Place all bowls around a room that has recently been painted.
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Step 4: Allow the bowls to sit overnight
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Step 5: or until the paint smell has dissipated.
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Step 6: Dispose of the lemons
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Step 7: and other contents when finished.
Detailed Guide
Substitute white vinegar for lemon and salt if you lack these ingredients.
If using vinegar, use one part vinegar for every one part water. , Water, lemon, salt, and vinegar have the ability to naturally absorb paint odors. ,, These items will not be safe to consume after having absorbed paint smells.
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