One effective way to remove smells from your sofa is by using baking soda.
Using Baking Soda to Refresh Your Sofa
Baking soda is a natural deodorizer that can absorb and neutralize odors trapped in your sofa's fabric. This method is simple, effective, and suitable for most types of upholstery.
Here's how to apply the baking soda method:
- Prepare: Ensure the sofa is dry.
- Sprinkle: Before you go to bed, just sprinkle a generous, even layer of baking soda over the entire surface of the sofa, paying extra attention to areas that seem to hold more odor.
- Let it Sit: Allow the baking soda to sit overnight. The reference states, "once the powder has had time to work its magic," which typically requires several hours.
- Vacuum: In the morning, vacuum up the residue thoroughly using your vacuum cleaner's upholstery attachment.
The reference confirms that "The baking soda will neutralise the smell, leaving your sofa fresh and odour-free."
Why Baking Soda Works: Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is amphoteric, meaning it can act as both an acid and a base. When it comes into contact with odor-causing molecules, which are often acidic or alkaline, it neutralizes them, effectively eliminating the smell rather than just masking it.
This simple process can significantly improve the freshness of your sofa and help maintain a pleasant living environment.
