My mom always vacuumed up some whole cloves when she first used a new bag.  Now I do, too.

posted on 1/30/2012 6:57:08 PM

I love all the ideas but especially want to try the one about putting vanilla on the cotton ball and putting it into the vacuum.  Vanilla is my favorite scent.

posted on 1/24/2012 3:04:48 PM

Sounds like great ideas! Vacuuming is not my favorite so anything that will help!

posted on 1/24/2012 1:56:23 PM

wow so many great ideas always did notice that at times when i did vacuum there was a certain kind of odor now i know how to change that thanks everyone will try the fabric softner one and also will try the baking soda one..

posted on 1/22/2012 9:32:13 AM

Putting a few drops of essential oils in your favorite sent on some cotton balls an vacuum away they make the air smell great an they are safe an cheap

posted on 1/18/2012 4:27:33 PM

I put a couple of fabric softener sheets in the vacuum bag when I change bags. keeps it fresh every time I turn it on. :]

posted on 1/17/2012 9:39:52 PM

Lots of great ideas!

posted on 1/16/2012 4:49:45 PM

I will defintely have to try that!!

posted on 1/15/2012 2:59:02 PM

I have alwaysused white vinegar for certin cleaning jobbs. It works very well in the kitchen drain also. Thank you  ladies for all the other tips.   Patricia R

posted on 1/14/2012 4:44:10 PM

I will defintely need to try this out- maybe today!

posted on 1/14/2012 1:52:56 PM

Absolutely love this refreshing and unique idea!!!

posted on 1/12/2012 7:55:19 PM

This is extremely useful as it gives me uses for all the extra dryer sheets I have accumulated through couponing.

posted on 1/7/2012 12:16:52 PM

I spray the filter on  my air return in my house with a  pump room spray, light perfume, or even febreze.  Just 2 or 3 good squirts are enough.  When company is coming, I usually use a cinnamon or apple room spray on my house air/heat  filter.  It makes the whole house smell clean and last just long enough!  I also keep a fruit jar of white vinegar filled with lemon peels and orange peels.  It takes away the vinegar smell and leaves the countertops smelling great!  Just refill once in a while with fresh lemon peels and add more vinegar each time after you use about 1/3 of the jar down. Vinegar cleans I thing, 99% just like bleach except the hair in your nose won't burn and the item you use it on won't have that awful slick feel.  Works great!!!

posted on 1/4/2012 4:47:57 PM

OMG Great tip thanks!

posted on 12/21/2011 5:02:23 PM

My go to is white vinegar. I use it when I need to clean my dishwasher or clothes washer. It really gets odors out and doesn't leave any odd smells from the vinegar itself. I will also use it to wash clothes that smell like smoke. I personally don't smoke but occasionally I am around friends and families that do and I HATE smelling like it. It's also good for the kind of smoke you get from campfires. Also I use it for cleaning windows.  I buy the big gallon jug (cheaper) and refill my little bottle I keep in the cabinet. It makes for easier access. I should also mention that I dillute the vinegar with water lol.

posted on 12/20/2011 11:55:25 PM

Thanks for the great ideas! I will be trying them!

posted on 12/6/2011 9:35:08 PM

I used to have my own cleaning business & when clients had anlmals in doors I would use dryer sheets on their furniture couch, chairs (etc) cloth kind & it would normaly take off the hair right off! The other thing I would find helpful & to save time & $$$ was to use glass (foam) kind on most anything in the bathroom sink, shower, toilet, & so on as I said it seemed to work better & save alot of time & $$$$!!! I have a question I have an awesome reciepe I would love to submit on V/P does anyone know how I would do this it's a great one for any time but holidays it's really awesome too! Merry Christmas To all & Happy New Year

posted on 11/29/2011 10:02:57 AM

Love all of the ideas. Thank you everyone.

posted on 11/27/2011 3:48:01 PM

I have a frontload washer and want to try the baking soda tip.  Where exactly would I put the baking soda?  Directly in with the clothes? Mixed with the laundry soap (I use liquid)?

posted on 11/9/2011 9:49:21 AM

Looks like I'm adding vinegar and more dryer sheets to my shopping list! Thanks everyone for the wonderful tips! I have 2 baby girls in diapers and they love tinkling on the carpet while I'm changing them..i'm hoping the vinegar will get get the smell out.

posted on 11/1/2011 12:29:49 PM

What great tips!!!cant wait to try the downy unstopppables in the vacumn-thanks

posted on 10/29/2011 12:25:10 PM

 especially like the "Use a handful of Downy Unstoppables" tip. I think I will try that one with my Kirby.I'll post the results later !!

posted on 10/28/2011 10:53:34 PM

lots of great tip. thanks everyone 

posted on 10/28/2011 7:43:52 AM

lots of great tip, thanks everyone... 

posted on 10/28/2011 7:43:30 AM

This is crazy and drives my husband nuts, but when I fold laundry while watching TV I stuff the used dryer sheets in between the cushions of the couch, lovesesat, etc.  Its amazing how good the furniture smells! 

posted on 10/26/2011 2:20:23 PM

That is a great idea!! I have 3 filters on my new vacuum. I also like the idea of putting the dryer sheets in the heat registers. I just put some Gain dryer sheets in mine and I'm waiting for the heat to kick on so I can see if it works!!  

posted on 10/25/2011 5:48:58 PM

Sachets that u put in drawers or wherever..Open some up and put them in your sweeper bag or bagless container.The scent goes everywhere you vacumn and cuts down on the smell in the bag especially if you have animals! 

posted on 10/21/2011 5:01:41 PM

Awesome ideas! I LOVE the dryer sheet in the furnace for heater use. We have three large dogs so any option for maintaining that 'same day house has been cleaned' smell is appreciated!!!!

posted on 10/21/2011 2:38:23 PM

What a great idea!  Gonna try it for sure :)

posted on 10/12/2011 2:40:01 PM

You can put a cotton ball soaked in vanilla in the canister of your vacum cleaner- it is natural and smells very fresh when you turn on the vaccum.  Also try soaking the cotton ball in essential oils.  Just dont put the oil on the filter.

posted on 10/11/2011 12:42:44 PM

I use fabric softener sheets for alot of things around the house/cars to keep the fresh smell.  I have seen a friend of mine put the dryer sheets into the furnace registers to keep his house smelling fresh whenever the heat kicks on.  Wonderful idea because his house would always smell amazing!  I have not tried this, but thinking I need to.

posted on 10/9/2011 11:52:51 PM

So many great ideas!

posted on 10/4/2011 6:43:24 AM

For the freshest smelling van around, I sprinkle the car carpets with powdered Carpet Fresh before heading to the car wash. Makes the van smell nicer than ground in goldfish crackers, lol! At the car wash, the workers do a great job of vacuuming extra good in order to pick up all the Carpet Fresh. Then I place a dryer sheet under the 2 front seats. Give them a gentle pull and stretch them out about 1/2 inch to help release the scent. Now my beat up 11 year old van smells divine!!  :o)

posted on 10/3/2011 8:59:56 PM

Throw a handfull of the Downey Scent beads in the bottom of the canister. My haouse smells like clean laundry for days!

posted on 9/30/2011 7:28:02 PM

Thank  you all so much for the great ideas. This will be one of my favorite sites from now on. There are so many wonderful things to try.

posted on 9/28/2011 5:45:56 AM

I found bags that have febreeze scent in the bags so when you vacuum it smells so good.  I have wood floors so this works best.

posted on 9/16/2011 2:38:54 PM

I was wondering if you could just put a fabric softener sheet right in with the filter, has anyone ever tried that and does it work?  My vacuum puts out the worst smell, and I am not sure why!

posted on 9/16/2011 1:21:08 PM

that's a great idea, i love traditional downy.

posted on 9/14/2011 9:21:21 PM

Wow! thanks!!!

posted on 9/13/2011 3:21:38 PM

Thanks.

posted on 9/8/2011 11:45:56 AM

great idea!  I'll definitely have to try this one!

posted on 9/1/2011 11:10:45 PM

I sprinkled the powder that you normally toss on your carpet and vaccum it up onto the filter so it releases the scent into the air as well. Smells goood :)

posted on 8/31/2011 4:36:20 PM

thank you for all the tips!! i dont have pets but i do smoke and i have used the vaccum hose to clean out my ashtray lazily and now it reaks even when i dont run it. i dont like using the powder carpet stuff because it ruins the carpet and your vaccum these other ideas sound great though.  also does anyone have any tips on the linolium kitchen floor?: i have tried scrubbing it on my hands and knees and the swiffer mop but it always seems to bring up more dirt no matter how many times i do it in a row. and its a lot of dirt each time?

posted on 8/30/2011 2:32:49 PM

We have two dogs last year we had fleas after treating the dogs i purchased  flea collars and used the end that was cut off and put it in my sweeper and it help get rid of the fleas in the furiture and carpets.

posted on 8/23/2011 10:54:12 PM

Excellent Ideas can't wait to try them.  I am going to get the fabric softner now.

posted on 8/22/2011 8:00:55 PM

great idea cant wait to try it =)

posted on 8/18/2011 7:26:27 PM

My husband decided to vacuum the rug on our front porch....which was a favorite hangout of our two dogs.....It smelled terrible afterward, no matter how much I cleaned it.  I was about to throw it out and buy a new one.  But I finally tried vacuuming up some Odorzout into the empty vacuum cleaner and let it remain for a couple of days before emptying it.  The ODOR'S OUT.  I LOVE this stuff!

posted on 8/16/2011 7:52:34 PM

great idea, I also spray the entire inside lightly with Lysol and sometimes dust the filter lightly with a carpet fresh. 

posted on 8/16/2011 4:26:41 PM

I use vinegar to clean alot of things. It is non toxic, and it cleans like a gem.. I use on my stove top cuts the grease, bathroom tile get s rid of the soap scum.. use 2 to 3-parts vinegar 1-part water... it is Great..

posted on 8/10/2011 8:49:20 AM

Thanks for the tip I am going to try it. The lady w/the vinger solution thanks also I will definetly be trying that as well.

posted on 8/3/2011 12:16:05 PM

I can't wait to try this!

posted on 8/2/2011 3:32:55 PM

I really like this tip with the fabic softern. There are tons of tip here so glad i checked it out.

posted on 7/27/2011 2:59:34 PM

Great Idea! I used to use Scrented oils, which are costly! thisis a great idea! TY

posted on 7/25/2011 5:07:44 PM

I had no idea until this morning about this page. I love all the info and tips. I will definitely be using a lot of what I have read. Thanks so much to everyone who has posted things that others can use.And I will be reading this page a lot from now on

posted on 7/25/2011 7:51:42 AM

Wow!  What great ideas!!!  Thanks everyone!!!

posted on 7/21/2011 12:48:18 PM

I loved the Downy Unstopables!! It is so easy to use. You just put a little into you wash. It is not messy. Our clothes smell so fresh and clean!!! I really enjoyed the fresh scent! Thank you Downy!

posted on 7/20/2011 8:28:42 PM

I. Have. A. Good. Idea. I. Use. Goop. Hand. Cleaner. To. Rub. On. Stains. On. My. Clothing. Let. It. Sit. For. 15. Min. And. Wash. In. The. Machine. It. Works. Very. Well

posted on 7/19/2011 5:41:09 PM

wow i am actually excited to vaccume tomorrow!!

posted on 7/19/2011 2:04:12 AM

Lots of great ideas thanks!

posted on 7/18/2011 7:45:05 PM

Great idea!  

posted on 7/13/2011 10:58:23 AM

What a great idea!  i never thought of that.  Thank you!!!

posted on 7/13/2011 8:42:18 AM

I have been adding the new Downy Unstoppables to my filter after it's been washed and put back together. When I vacuum, it makes the whole house smell fresh!

posted on 7/12/2011 8:18:46 AM

I am a big fan of Purex Crystals. Will these work in bagless Vacuums? I am going to try it out to see what happens! thanks for the tip

posted on 7/8/2011 11:36:47 PM

Will these also work on the bag-less vacuums? if so, that would be great. 

posted on 7/7/2011 1:28:33 PM

I love all these ideas!  Now I am excited to vacuum...  

posted on 7/6/2011 5:53:16 PM

i put a dryer sheet in where the vacuum bag is and as i vacuum it releases the scent from the dryer sheet.

posted on 6/30/2011 7:25:32 PM

I thought I was the only one with the doggy vaccum problem! Thanks for the great tips,ladies! I'm going to try them out today!

posted on 6/29/2011 1:51:27 PM

MY son and his pit/boxer mix share a room.  I wonder if a dryer sheet or two would help the smell in there.

posted on 6/28/2011 11:22:35 PM

Thanks for the tip about putting the Purex Crystals in the vacuum cleaner! I have tried several different things to get rid of the doggy odor and this works great! Even though I wash the filter, etc., I would still get a whiff every once in a while and now that is gone. I had foolishly tried the baking soda and ended up with a mess and a ruined vacuum cleaner.

posted on 6/27/2011 10:13:43 AM

i use a little popurri oil on the filters it spreads the smell n keeps vac smelling good to

posted on 6/27/2011 12:29:27 AM

I will definitely be trying some of these ideas.  I can't wait for a fresher smelling vaccumming experience without the smelly carpet powder floating in the air!

posted on 6/26/2011 8:58:31 AM

great idea's, I'll have to try some of them.

posted on 6/25/2011 8:00:47 AM

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posted on 6/24/2011 9:28:38 PM

So many great ideas! I can't wait to try them! Guess that means I'll have to get off of the computer...

posted on 6/24/2011 7:40:39 PM

Being a great grandmother living alone and on a teeny tiny budget I'm always looking for ways to conserve.  I've seen alot of good ideas here that I can use and a lot that I am already using.  Sometimes the ideas come to me later than early.  One I've realized this year was a use for those small plastic grocery bags.  I keep one hanging on the cabinet knob in my kitchen for throw aways during the day.  When it's full I tie it off and throw it in my big trash can in my wash room.  When I take these bags to the convenience site I can dump the large trash bag which is still faily clean inside and reuse it another week or two.  Sure does save on those items you have to buy and throw away----just like throwing money out of the window.  Just one of those "have to haves"

posted on 6/24/2011 12:03:50 PM

great tips!

posted on 6/22/2011 12:55:46 AM

I get so many good ideas from vocalpoint!!!

posted on 6/21/2011 5:11:58 PM

I have a bissell that uses bags and to keep the smell fresh i just cut up a snuggle fabric sheet (or any other) and just vaccuum it up while i am doing the rest of the carpet.  Everytime you turn it on for the next few weeks it still smells fresh.  I love all of the great ideas that i have read here and will try a few of them!  Thanks everyone!

posted on 6/10/2011 3:20:43 PM

To the lady with the cat that didn't use the litter box......You can clean the carpet many times but the urine will never leave unless you replace the padding underneath the carpet area rug.....The urine is acidic and will keep creeping back up to the carpet......Our old dog used to think the carpet in the living room was the yard.  So after having our carpet cleaned and cleaned we had it professionaly done and we took his advice got new padding kept the carpet and the smells and the urine stains that would appear back were gone......

posted on 6/9/2011 5:26:11 PM

I wash my filters with Mr. Clean with febreeze and this gives off a fresh scent also.

posted on 6/9/2011 12:32:05 AM

Purex recently came out with a crystal fabric softner I love the lavender one. I put 1/4 cup in my vacuum container it works great. No more doggie smell coming from the vacuum.....

posted on 6/5/2011 9:02:55 PM

So many great ideas!

posted on 6/4/2011 6:50:26 PM

I never would have even thought of doing this....what a great idea!

posted on 6/1/2011 7:53:20 PM

when u use vinegar on the carpet does it make the house smell like vinegar when you are done? My son has asthma so I have to be very careful on what I use. Carpet fresh has to much perfume in it. It makes it really hard for my son to breath. That is why I really like the vinegar idea. I'm going to try this next time I vaccum.

posted on 5/28/2011 9:30:23 AM

Vickie, What a great idea,  I love your tip & will try it, I use vinegar for a lot of cleaning but never thought about spraying lightly before I vacumned. I knew you  could mop with it, and I also  use it to  do  alot of cleaning,  It will not only clean but will absorb all ordors. I also  have been taping Fabric softener sheet to filter on our returns... the entire house smells great. 

posted on 5/24/2011 6:07:12 PM

So many great ideas!!Thanks!

posted on 5/23/2011 3:52:25 PM

I put a dryer sheet in my car... helps to keep it fresh. Especially great in the summer when the car heats up.  I put a half sheet under the driver seat and car smells great for about 30 days!  

posted on 5/22/2011 11:33:55 AM

cool tip

posted on 5/18/2011 11:30:24 PM

i     used essential oil on cottonball once    it ate a hole thru the plastic on vacuum! oh no!!!!!  now i put an incense in the intake tank       smells nice    thanks for being so helpful  

posted on 5/12/2011 7:29:02 PM

when i am vacuming ,I put a capfull  of  Vicks Vapo Steam  in the tank that holds water. I have a Rainbow  Vacc. It not only helps the air smell better but it  helps me breath better. Ihave copt.

posted on 5/10/2011 9:05:07 PM

Awesome. I had never thought of that!

posted on 5/3/2011 8:54:31 AM

To clean a kirby filter bag, disassemble bag from vacume then hand wash bag with your favorite allpurpose cleaner. Allow it to dry before reassembling. Works Great for removing odors.

posted on 4/27/2011 8:26:26 AM

Thanks for the tip about the vinegar and water solution to clean the lime around my sink!  I have always wondered how to clean that and now I can!! :)  Thanks. 

posted on 4/26/2011 7:04:13 PM

Awesome ideas!!!! Thanks everyone...

posted on 4/26/2011 3:14:35 PM

Great ideas! Thanks 

posted on 4/8/2011 2:02:22 PM

Take a tissue or cotton ball, and add a little essential oil. Suck it up and the filter will scent the room.

posted on 4/7/2011 9:27:50 PM

thanks for all the tips sounds great

posted on 4/7/2011 5:44:23 AM

I have pets and this will be a great way to keep the vacuum smelling fresh, love this idea!  Thanks.  

posted on 4/4/2011 8:16:30 AM

Great ideas, I just got a new dyson and I want to keep it smelling like new as long as I can!

posted on 3/30/2011 3:04:29 PM

Theses are some Great Tips I am for sure going to try one of these.Thank you all for the wonderful tips I have a dog and found some awesome tips to use.

posted on 3/18/2011 7:03:35 AM

If anyone is looking to buy a new vacuum cleaner, I highly recommend Bissell's with the pet cleaner. I love mine and ready to buy a second one so I'll have another when they discontinue making them!

posted on 2/28/2011 9:39:55 AM

I love Snuggle sheets in my vacuum, baking soda sprinkled on my rug and then vacuum.  Very fresh smelling!

posted on 2/12/2011 6:17:11 AM

It never even occured to me to do that!  I will have to try it! Thanks!

posted on 2/10/2011 5:00:26 PM

Wow, what great info.  will try some of these great tips! Thanks all.

posted on 2/1/2011 2:26:17 PM

The woman that asked about getting pet odors out of her carpets in her rental:  In a spray bottle mix  1/2 of vinegar and 1/2 water. Spray on the carpets and you will get a fresh smelling carpets   It will take away the odors.  Vinegar can be used for most everything. I clean the inside grill we have without spending  much time at all it is easy to get the gunk off.  Use to spray an area you do not want a cat or dog around. Perfect for windows and for the lime around your kitchen faucet. Lots and lots more ideas. You save money by not having to purchase all the cleaners you have been buying.  Look up Uses of Vinegar. I tell everyone now.  

posted on 2/1/2011 12:00:40 AM

I don't have a lot of carpet in my house so the mop is what smells for me. I usually soak it in some salt water and that does the trick. There are so many good ideas here though! I never thought about used coffee grounds absorbing odor. I will most certainly have to try that in the baby's room.

posted on 1/27/2011 11:41:54 AM

i tried the fabric softener but it didn't seem to make a difference, i really dont have too much of a problem with a smelly vacuum

posted on 1/5/2011 9:18:43 AM

Any suggestions on the way to clean a Kirby bag?

posted on 12/21/2010 10:53:36 PM

What a great idea!  Nothing makes you feel a sense of accomplishment after a day of cleaning than a house that smells fresh and clean.  Thanks!

posted on 12/18/2010 4:02:03 PM

Thanks for all the wonderful tips ladies!

posted on 12/15/2010 11:36:05 AM

Great tips! Cant wait to try some of them. Thanks

posted on 12/7/2010 8:03:49 PM

ive never thought of washing a vacuum filter, sounds iffy... i just use carpet fresh it only costs $1 and lasts a while

posted on 11/30/2010 8:13:09 PM

Put some vanilla on a cotton ball, and drop it into the bag. The whole house will smell like vanilla!

posted on 11/10/2010 11:23:20 PM

Coffee grinds, who knew!

posted on 11/8/2010 7:16:44 PM

I buy bags of inexpensive pot pourri (less than $1),and pour a spoonful in the vacuum bag.  Another way to keep the house smelling fresh is to look for special fragrance sheets that fit in with your furnace's filter.  It spreads a pleasant smell throughout the house every time the furnace runs.

posted on 11/5/2010 12:31:28 PM

Any suggestions on how to get the cat smell out of carpet?  We are in a rental house that previously had cats that did not like their littler box apparently...yuck!  I can't seem to get the nasty smell out, I tried shampooing the carpet.

posted on 10/23/2010 7:58:39 PM

My husband throws baking soda in our swimming pool it keeps the water soft.

posted on 10/19/2010 8:24:33 PM

I spray my filters with febreze just after washing them.  While they are still wet, I spray the fabric spray right on and then wring them out and let them dry. Dries with no residue and smells fresh!

posted on 10/12/2010 9:44:09 PM

thanks for the awesome idea! never would have thought of this one! didn't try it yet, but i am excited too!!

posted on 10/12/2010 7:10:12 PM

I will definitly try this. I was also told that if you put a dryer sheet in the vacuum bag it also keeps it fresh smelling.

posted on 10/12/2010 6:52:50 PM

I love all the ideas.  I have used the tea tree oil on the vacuum bag, of course some people do not like the tea tree oil scent.  I am definitely going to give the dryer sheet and baking soda ideas a try.  Thanks.

posted on 10/8/2010 4:57:04 PM

I do the fabric sheets in stored luggage trick. I also put them in the boxes i have my xmas ornaments stored in, things like that.

posted on 9/30/2010 4:53:59 AM

Are coffee beans or ground coffee safe for our Dyson??

posted on 9/23/2010 5:57:13 PM

Baking Soda is great for lots of things here are a few  it absorbs odors in carpet and litter boxes keeps refrigerator,and freezer from smelling,good for general cleaning just add warm water, loosens baked on food on pots and pans also the stove top.Helps an upset stomach and lastly its a whitener for your teeth.

posted on 9/23/2010 6:21:49 AM

I really like the idea of the coffee grounds in the vaccum bag and can't wait to try it. I grind my coffee fresh from beans and when I make coffee my house smells great!  Another way coffee grounds can be used is after the coffee is made I empty the fresh grounds into a small bowl and put it in my refridgerator. The grounds just soak up the odors and leave it smelling great!

posted on 9/20/2010 8:26:43 PM

definitely going to try some of these ideas. We have a pug that sheds like crazy and every time I vacuum you can smell the dog hair, horrible! Hoping some of these ideas help. :)

posted on 9/19/2010 10:24:01 AM

Great ideas!  Thanks ladies!

posted on 9/14/2010 4:38:54 PM

I have a bagless Dyson with washable filters.  We also use dryer sheets in our luggage while it is stored.  I love the smell.  Beats the old musty smells.

posted on 9/13/2010 9:39:33 AM

None of my vacuums have filters. I try not to buy things that you have to keep buying refills or replacements for.

posted on 9/8/2010 1:31:26 AM

I will try this with the filter on my vaccum cleaner next time wish I read this befor this past weekend i just too a part my vaccum and cleaned it all out though it wont be long befor I do it agian.so I will try it then Thanks!

posted on 9/7/2010 9:06:28 AM

Yankee Candle car air freshners work great in our Oreck. I stick them in between the bag and the outter bag.

posted on 9/5/2010 10:39:40 PM

I'll try that this week!

posted on 9/1/2010 10:47:38 PM

Great ideas!

posted on 8/28/2010 3:21:24 PM

Great idea never thought of that . I will definitly try this. thank you.

posted on 8/26/2010 9:57:36 AM

Great ideas ladys!! I will definitely give them a try!! I love my house to smell nice!!

posted on 8/17/2010 8:32:12 PM

Yummy! I've used baking soda, but a fresh dryer sheet would make the entire house smell like freshly cleaned laundry!

posted on 8/12/2010 2:37:30 AM

I love the scented tabs that you can buy, but they're expensive!  I put some perfume on a cotton ball and put it in the vacuum bag.  I does the trick!

posted on 8/5/2010 11:32:33 AM

I really love the idea of using ground coffee beans... I really should try that. Thank you!!

posted on 7/30/2010 12:22:28 AM

Somereally interesting ideas here!  Thanks

posted on 7/28/2010 9:18:46 AM

Forgot to ask...when cleaning with vinegar, doesn't the smell of it linger. Do I have to open the window or something?

posted on 7/24/2010 12:59:29 AM

Great ideas guys...Lot of helpful hints. Thanks!

posted on 7/24/2010 12:57:04 AM

Like a lot of you, I have noticed a bad smell coming from the vacuum bag.  Will definitely try the dryer sheet idea.

posted on 7/23/2010 11:23:28 AM

I put a couple drops of fragrance oil on my vacumn bag. It smells the house up and lasts about a week. Plus it is nice being about to choose different scents. Walmart sells bottles for $1.97 and they last forever. You can also be "green" and use essential oils, but they are more expensive.

posted on 7/23/2010 10:57:39 AM

I just bought a new vaccum so these tips will hopefully stop the new one from smelling as bad as my old one did.  Thanks so much ladies!

posted on 7/22/2010 7:06:54 PM

loved the vacuum sheet idea!

posted on 7/21/2010 8:38:38 AM

I have a bagless vacuum cleaner, and I cut a fabric softner sheet in half, add to the container, and "poof" freshness everytime I vacuum. I put the other half in a ziploc bag to use later. Change the sheet everytime you empty the container.

posted on 7/17/2010 12:25:20 PM

Thanks everyone!!  I was vacuuming yesterday and was wondering what I could do to improve the smell of my vacuum with out changing the bag as it wasn't full yet.  I am going to try a few of these and find out which I like best!  I can always count on neat and needed ideas here!

posted on 7/8/2010 4:23:53 PM

Awhile back, I had purchased a bulk bag of Jamaican Me Crazy ground coffee and was portioning it into one-pot measures, which I then put into Ziploc bags and freeze.  In the process, my cat reached up and knocked over the bag, spilling some of the wonderful kahlua, caramel and vanilla ground beans.  I vaccumed it up and didn't think anything of it.  The next time I vaccumed, I had the wonderfully pleasant aroma of the coffee and no more of the vacuum bag smell.  Since then, I have placed about 1/4 cup of coffee either in the bag or I sprinkle it on the floor and vacuum it up.  Either way, it cuts odors for the entire life of the bag.

posted on 7/8/2010 11:46:06 AM

Great ideas ladies,  Cant wait to try a few!!!

posted on 7/7/2010 8:53:20 AM

Great ideas!  I was just thinking yesterday how bad my vacuum was smelling when I was vacuuming.  Hope these ideas work!!

posted on 6/26/2010 9:42:08 AM

Dryer sheet in the vacuum....great idea!

posted on 6/26/2010 7:53:52 AM

like the idea of baking soda as well!

posted on 6/25/2010 9:56:59 AM

I have to be honest, I never thought of any of these ideas.  I can't wait to try them out and pass along to my friends!

posted on 6/24/2010 10:31:30 PM

I like to put a dryer sheet in the trunk of my car, too!!! Keeps it smelling fresh for a long time...the other tips on here are great too!!!

posted on 6/21/2010 2:40:40 PM

Vinegar absorbs odors and is a natural disinfectant.  I have a large glass jar that I put lemon peels in and fill it with vinegar.  The vinegar will take on the lemon scent.  I have a spray bottle that I will fill a little over half with the vinegar and the remainder with water.  I also have a spray bottle with vinegar and water and add lavendar oil extract.  The vinegar with lemon is great for cleaning the vacume and the area where the litter box is.  Be careful with the carpet powders, a light spray of vinegar water before you vacume is better.  I use a cotton ball with lavendar oil extract in the vacume and put a few drops on the filter.  The fabric softener sheet works great also.  Tape fabric softener sheets to topside of the blades of your ceiling fan, you will get a fresh scent and the dirt and dust will cling to the sheets.

posted on 6/10/2010 2:30:58 PM

great idea!!!

posted on 6/9/2010 1:13:38 AM

Very clever! I never thought of this, though I have heard of adding essential extracts or cinnamon sticks to the bag before.

posted on 6/8/2010 3:50:16 PM

I put used dryer sheets in my clothes drawers. Then I always smell fresh without expensive perfumes.

posted on 6/5/2010 7:44:20 PM

just put a dryer sheet in the vaccum

posted on 6/1/2010 3:58:57 PM

I love my Dyson.  Every thing can be washed.  No buying filters.  I would admagine with a Dyson you should be able to use the powders, because there is no filters. 

posted on 5/27/2010 3:32:23 AM

I toss a bounce dryer sheet under my car seat, in my closets for a fresh scent.I also tie them on my patio furniture to work as mosquito repellant.As for the ladies advertising their Avon sales website, I thought Avon dealers are seperated into territories and as you are doing wasn't allowed.  I ordered online one time and they directed me and my order to my closest sales representative.

posted on 5/25/2010 9:41:27 PM

I love the fabric softener tip for the vacume. Thanks

posted on 5/25/2010 1:55:23 PM

If you have alkaseltzer then you have a clogged drain. Put two tablets in it, 1/4 cup of vinegar and let fizz. Then pour half a cup of hot water in it and walla!!! It will unclog!!!!

posted on 5/25/2010 1:53:20 PM

That Febreeze idea is probably good for vacuum cleaners without a bag. I've never thought of that but I will def try it. I hate that mine smells like dog every time I go to use it.

posted on 5/19/2010 9:51:19 AM

I soak a cotton ball in cologne, then drop it in the vacuum bag - works great.

posted on 5/16/2010 9:33:45 AM

love all the cleaning tips.

posted on 5/12/2010 3:28:06 PM

 My husband and me removed our floor in or bathroom I  glue and wood all over my jean,s I thuoght I will have to throw away my jean,s  I thought well I will wash them and use them for the next job,we do, well I was getting some clothes out of the dryer,and the bounc sheet fell out and I thought maybe this will work to my surprize it got the plywood and the glue out,I was so happy,now if I can find a way to get the hard water off my tub, i will be very happy

posted on 5/10/2010 8:48:29 PM

I use dryer sheets in my van., boy does that smell good.

posted on 5/9/2010 9:09:24 AM

OLD DRYER SHEETS TO MY AIR VENTS!!! THEY WORK!

posted on 5/7/2010 6:52:08 PM

I have enjoyed reading all of these helpful hints...

posted on 5/4/2010 7:39:05 PM

I'm all about making my own cleaning supplies, I use vinigar, baking soda, and essentual oils. The best I have found is taking a small square of tissue, and put some essentual oil on it and turn on vacuum and vacuum it up and it lasts a long time. My house will smell fresh all day.

posted on 4/29/2010 7:49:58 PM

Yes, I use vinegar and and baking soda in my cleaning too! I use essential oils in the carpet cleaner solution too. 

posted on 4/27/2010 12:22:34 PM

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posted on 4/24/2010 10:25:56 PM

i have a pet pal vacuum by bissell and it works wonderfully! i have a dog and a guinea pig who ocuppy the living room...i also have very long hair and the vacuum is doing better than ever even after weekly use at mine and my papaws houses. it has a washable filter and i rinse it with fabric softener and it stays a perfect as the day i bought it.

posted on 4/23/2010 9:34:36 PM

thanks for all the great ideas. I have 2 dogs and 2 cats so my vacuum is in constant use. I will try the baking soda right now.

posted on 4/19/2010 12:01:08 PM

I never thought of making the vacuum cleaner smell clean.
Great idea!

posted on 4/13/2010 4:42:04 PM

Sprinkling baking soda on the filters also works!

posted on 4/12/2010 11:48:53 AM

Thanks for the information, will have to try the baking soda too. Dog hair really clogs it up.

posted on 4/11/2010 9:04:16 PM

thanks for the information...i'll have to take a better look at my vacuum.

posted on 4/9/2010 12:26:11 AM

I have used the carpet powders and just lately I've started putting a simple air freshner like the ones you buy for your vehicle...I put it in the cannister right  by the bag, and when you vacuum it blows the scent out.  Works very well.  Last a few weeks. You can change the scent many times over w/ all the different scents they have to offer now a days.  Good Luck.

posted on 4/8/2010 5:52:36 PM

The baking soda will also help rid rooms of animal smells, and freshen your vacuum components.

posted on 4/6/2010 11:58:20 PM

I use baking soda as my carpet freshener, it's less expensive, works better, and there's no chemicals so it's safer for your children and pets.

posted on 4/6/2010 11:52:20 PM

When I buy carpet freshner powder (like arm and hammer etc) I buy a box of baking soda. I take the baking powder and mix some of the carpet freshner in a large ziplock . The baking soda helps to neutralize any odors as well as reduces the amount of carpet freshner you have to buy. It smells just as good and you save some money !!!

posted on 4/6/2010 9:08:16 PM

For Tonya and the pink clothing.  You can get the RIT Dye color remover.  It should be located in the laundry section.  They offer great solutions to dull, miscolored clothing.

posted on 3/31/2010 6:31:55 PM

Does anyone know how to reverse the mistake of turning white clothes pink from a red article of clothing? I just had a new baby boy and ruined a bunch of his clothes! HELP! Baby boys shouldn't wear pink.

posted on 3/31/2010 7:43:07 AM

another thing you could do is put a few drops or fragrant oil(the kind for oilburners) on a flat cotton round against the filter Bath and body works has the best smells and you can find them for about $4.00

posted on 3/30/2010 10:03:07 PM

Thanks for all the great tips! I have a stink vacuum and will try the suggestions.

posted on 3/27/2010 10:33:07 AM

oops sorry you said filters not bags. my bag lol.great idea.

posted on 3/25/2010 12:17:11 PM

i have a dyson . it has no bag.so how do i make it fresh?

posted on 3/25/2010 12:15:06 PM

Great idea, I have 2 dogs, vacuum always has an odor.  Thanks

posted on 3/19/2010 9:42:41 PM

I live in a little studio, the baking soda and vinegar tips will help a lot, there are four stray cats that love to spray my screen door and tires, thank you everyone for your information !! Elle,Hayward, CA

posted on 3/17/2010 1:25:01 AM

Great idea!  Thanks

posted on 3/16/2010 10:10:21 AM

awesome!  I just got a new vacuum and I am definately going to try it out! thanks!

posted on 3/15/2010 8:27:13 PM

I love that idea. Keep em coming!

posted on 3/12/2010 1:19:53 PM

Fabric softner......i will ty it.Thank you!

posted on 3/10/2010 6:25:51 PM

I have a few friends who live alone and are tired of wasting food!! My friend, Chuck will make a HUGE dinner and then freeze the leftovers in ziplock containers. (The disposable microwavable kind) He takes them to work for lunch. He also taught me that I can just portion 2 slices of a lunch meat, or hotdogs or whatever and put them in ziplock baggies in the freezer. If you need to use one right away you just put the bag in warm water and it defrosts in no time!!  I don't like to do this, but he also takes mason jars with lids and freezes milk and tea. The tea I might do, but I don't like defrosted milk!

posted on 3/2/2010 10:47:44 PM

thanks for sharing this tip!

posted on 3/2/2010 6:33:05 PM

I spray my vacumn cleaner container and filter with Febreeze.  It smells really good.

posted on 3/2/2010 3:23:09 PM

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posted on 2/25/2010 12:44:50 PM

My husband didn't even know we had a vacumn filter? What gives, he thought we just changed the bags????

posted on 2/23/2010 10:12:06 PM

i love it!!!!

posted on 2/22/2010 10:19:11 PM

thats a kool ideal thanks

posted on 2/4/2010 4:10:42 AM

Try using a cotton ball with vanilla extract.It make the room and the vacuum smell cleaner.I also use crystal potpourri the same way.

posted on 1/31/2010 9:05:24 AM

The powders you sprinkle on the carpet create allergy issues for me and for most people with asthma! They can also lead to increased behavorial issues with kids/adults who struggle with ADHD!

posted on 1/4/2010 12:58:13 PM

oh.  You're supposed to wash the filters??  I just go outside and bang them against a tree until no more dust comes out.  Oops!

posted on 12/10/2009 6:47:02 AM

i tried using fabric softner to rinse my vaccum filter it makes a whole lot of difference thanks!

posted on 12/5/2009 10:07:54 AM

I'm with Vickie........I put a fresh dryer sheet in my floor vents each week.  In the summer the a/c air is light and fresh and in the winter the heat really activates the smell even better and the cost is minimal.  I am gonna try the tip about rinsing my vaccum filter in fabric softener.  You ladies are AWESOME!!

posted on 12/2/2009 10:58:57 AM

I do not use the carpet refresher on carpets it tends to leave residue behind and is hard to suck up. Also if you ever used it before and ripped up the carpets to replace it looks like the beach leaving the powder under the carpet.

posted on 11/28/2009 6:31:54 PM

You can also sprinkle carpet powder smelly good stuff (forgive me I can't think of the name LOL) and vacuum it up with the house. I have dropped some Cinnamon candy making flavor in my filter before as well. They

posted on 11/28/2009 6:30:29 PM

Can you wash any vaccum filters?

posted on 11/27/2009 6:07:01 PM

Here's a tip for freshness for your car, In these trying times, it's all about saving money.  Tear out those annoying magazines colgne samples from magazines, and place the perfume sample underneath your car seat, or even in your linen closet will do the trick.  Makes your car smell really nice of your favorite colgne.  Or if you're sending a love letter to someone and want to spruce it up a bit, trying rubbing the colgne sample over the envelpope, the person receiving it is sure to be surprised.

posted on 11/25/2009 11:19:39 AM

Some great ideas, I especially like the fabric softner. Will try this. Thanks, Debra

posted on 11/24/2009 10:11:14 PM

I never heard of the vinegar spray but I would be game to try it.  I've used many of your ideas in the past.  I do know that the powders on the rugs do eventually clog machines. Keep the great ideas coming.

posted on 11/24/2009 5:25:31 PM

I quit buying filters years ago. I just use a dryer sheet for the filter and the whole house smells good!

posted on 11/24/2009 5:11:54 PM

Thanks for the idea of fabric softener. I have a stick vac that came with a Hoover I purchased years ago. Best vac I have ever owned besides my Rainbow. I really appreciate the tip about fabric softener. I will try it the next time I wash the filter. And to the lady that has a rainbow, I agree that it is the best vacuum anyone could ever have. If you can't afford a new one then look on craigslist and buy a used one. You won't regret it. No bags, nothing but exceptionally clean carpet and house period! For the lady that worked for a vacuum cleaner company...If you have a vacuum that makes the air smell like fish spoot then if you vacuum something up to help with the smell and  you eventually destroy your vacuum then at least you home would not stink. I bought a Oreck several years ago. The vacuum made the house stink to high heaven. When I took it in for my yearly checkup the attendant informed me that they had started making a charcoal lined bag to help with the smell - too little too late. The only thing that makes that vacuum remain in our posession is the fact that we paid way too much for it. And, vacuuming bounce sheets or a paper towel with some fragrance on it does help.

posted on 11/24/2009 3:20:34 PM

I have been using the carpet powder in my vacuum for a few years now and thank god, vacuum is still working great ...:) Have a great day everyone :)

posted on 11/22/2009 1:09:37 PM

I just add a little carpet fresh powder to to the vacuum and it makes the whole house smell great :)

posted on 11/22/2009 1:06:49 PM

I love the vinegar tip!! THANKS, Vickie! (tip from Vickie on 11/18/2009 @ 1:52:54 AM)

posted on 11/21/2009 7:17:21 PM

BTW...This tip also works great for those of us who have 'washable' a/c filters. I also throw a few fabic softener sheets in the a/c vent for a nice fresh scent.

posted on 11/20/2009 12:20:50 PM

yes this has worked for me for years, then take same sheet and rub on body for mosquito repellent

posted on 11/19/2009 8:35:44 PM

What I do: During summer time when Lavender blooms are abudant I buy a whole bunch, in local farmers market. Mixed crushed lavenders with baking soda and lavender scented oil just a few drops.  Sprinkle on the carpets and let it stay for about 15-30 minutes.  Vaccuum as usual, the whole house just smells so good.  This is more environmentally friendly.

posted on 11/19/2009 12:48:04 PM

AAAhhh!!! I have a nasty smelling vacuum and this is such a great solution! I am so eager to try this trick out!!!

posted on 11/19/2009 8:31:58 AM

If you buy coffee in the cans save them after they're empty to pour your grease in. You don't have to wait for the grease to cool and you won't have clogged drains or spilled grease in your garbage can.

posted on 11/19/2009 3:21:28 AM

Who knew?  Thanks for the tip!

posted on 11/19/2009 12:13:32 AM

Take Kashi oats&nuts ceral,mix with a little p_nutbutter.And you have a healthy snack.BY GALE in S.C.

posted on 11/18/2009 8:33:22 PM

GREAT tip!  Thank you so much!  I put my used sheets in the dust container.

posted on 11/18/2009 7:04:13 PM

thats awesome! I'm always scrunching my nose up right after I turn off my hand held vacuum. It never has lost the smell of the first cat litter spill!

posted on 11/18/2009 6:56:59 PM

What a great idea...baking soda did work to get the dusty vacuum smell...also the pet odor!  thanks!

posted on 11/18/2009 5:52:43 PM

great idea! much more cost effective than vacuum beads!

posted on 11/18/2009 4:55:32 PM

 I sprinkle some drops of fragrance oil on a paper towel, then put it with the filter.  This aroma lasts a long time.

posted on 11/18/2009 3:21:44 PM

I have a Kenmore upright vacuum with a hepa disposable filter.  I've been noticing that after I put in a new filter, within the first or second use, the  vacuum emits a nasty doggy smell.  The filters are too expensive to change out until they are full.  I was told by the salesman not to use carpet freshners that you sprinkle on the carpet before vacuuming; it will ruin the sensors and void the warranty.  Any suggestion for my situation?  

posted on 11/18/2009 1:50:12 PM

what a great idea!

posted on 11/18/2009 11:16:44 AM

That is a great idea! Thank you.

posted on 11/18/2009 10:52:47 AM

great tips thanks

posted on 11/18/2009 10:33:15 AM

Thanks for the baking soda in the laundry advice I didn't know that. I'm gonna go get some and start using it when I wash clothes. I dump a bag of air freshener pellets in my sweeper bag and it makes it smell really great while your sweeping.

posted on 11/18/2009 10:01:23 AM

Great tip! Thanks!!

posted on 11/18/2009 9:27:40 AM

To:

Ann on 11/17/2009 8:48:53 PM"I used to do that with my Oreck, works great.  Now I own a Dyson and can't seem to ever rid of the smell of dog hair! (Even using carpet fresh)"Dear Ann - I have a Rottweiler and used to experience the same difficulties of 'smelly dog syndrome', using Febreeze on my filters has made all the difference

posted on 11/18/2009 8:47:20 AM

After washing and air drying my filters, I spray them with Febreeze fabric refresher-it's absolutely amazing!!! Refreshes the air in every room

posted on 11/18/2009 8:42:43 AM

wow I thought I was the only one who did this ....I agree it really keeps your house smelling fresh instead of smelling that usual sweeper smell the fresh breeze of your favorite fabric softner is refreshing!!!!

posted on 11/18/2009 8:13:04 AM

What a great tip. Thanks!

posted on 11/18/2009 7:13:27 AM

I have tried the baking soda tip with great success.

posted on 11/18/2009 3:28:37 AM

Ah the good old days.... Get a sprayer bottle. To that bottle add clear vinegar. About an hour before you want to Vacumn your floors, start with the farthest away room and lightly spray the vinegar, using a sweeping motion going back and forth and moving from room to room. After one hour (or less in most cases) the carpet is ready to vacumn and the smells 'evaporate' as the vinegar dries. Begin your Vacumning with in the room that was sprayed first. For your closets, kitchen and laundry room.. spray the corners and baseboards then let it dry. If you use a laundry shoot, baskets that hold laundry, or laundry bags.. Spray those as well. The cost is minimal and best of all IT WORKS.. Vickie

posted on 11/18/2009 1:52:54 AM

Great idea! thanks!

posted on 11/18/2009 12:52:21 AM

I used to do that with my Oreck, works great.  Now I own a Dyson and can't seem to ever rid of the smell of dog hair! (Even using carpet fresh)

posted on 11/17/2009 8:48:53 PM

put dryer sheets in your vents fresh smell go a long ways.

posted on 11/17/2009 7:33:03 PM

Thanks for the tip, another good idea: put one or two fabric softeners in the handle or the little flap if there is one on your plastic storage containers, out of season clothing, etc, keeps away any musty or damp smell that may occur.  I do enjoy your site!!, and A BIG THANKS  for the Pantene coupons, the Pro -X Olay cream is a good product too. Marie Smith  11/16/09 

posted on 11/17/2009 6:45:48 PM

Good tip, will try

posted on 11/17/2009 3:40:03 PM

These are great tip to keep ur house smelling fresh and clean!

posted on 11/17/2009 3:16:00 PM

great tipthanks

posted on 11/17/2009 2:34:00 PM

I did not know you could wet any part of an electric vacuum. The baking soda sounds iffy because it has some drawbacks. I do sprinkle special powder on the carpet before I vacuum but I have to watch out for my cats because they will try-read--taste many things.Thanks for the ideas to eliminate nasty smells though.By Robin on 11/17/2009  2:04 PM

posted on 11/17/2009 2:06:11 PM

That's a great idea!!!  It reminds me of another one...years ago, I saw a package in the check out line at Home Depot.  It was a deodorizer thingy you put on the filter in your furnace.  And it would deodorize the whole house.  You put one in the furnace downstairs and one on the furnace upstairs and your WHOLE house smells SO GOOD!!!  And it would last a couple of months!!!  I guess you could even do the same thing with dryer sheets, too!!!  Yall have just reminded me of this.  I had a brain aneurysm 5 years ago and I had forgotten all this until I read your blog.  I LOVE THIS SITE!!!  Thank you VOCALPOINT!!!   I mean it, THANK YOU!   Kaye/Birmingham

posted on 11/17/2009 1:38:24 PM

Denisa - If you would contact your local Humane Society, they could tell you who has a "scholarship program" - financial aid groups that will help you pay to get old "Tom" fixed.  You want to do that ASAP because  once they start, they don't stop!  Clean where he's sprayed with straight vinegar (I know - but THAT smell goes away) it will neutralize the urine.  NEVER use ammonia - that's what urine is made of - animals will go back to ammonia again and again.  Go to PetSmart, etc - they have products like Nodor, that kill odor really well.  You have to nip it in the bud now, tho.  I speak from experience - I have 7 cats - all are fixed. No problems. Also, he may hate the smell of the kity litter - if it's highly perfumed, change - are you using the scooping kind?  That's the best.  Grandma Kitty

posted on 11/17/2009 11:44:34 AM

What a wonderful idea I have washed the filters but never thought about putting fabric softner on them!Maybe, with the precautions mentioned, a dryer sheet might work as well.

posted on 11/17/2009 10:48:20 AM

I love that idea, I am going to have to try it

posted on 11/17/2009 9:22:57 AM

very V-8 thought..thank you

posted on 11/17/2009 3:52:25 AM

Wow, great tips.  Will definitely try them.

posted on 11/16/2009 11:45:26 PM

Great idea!! I will have to try it!

posted on 11/16/2009 8:07:02 PM

sounds like a good idea! i should try it!

posted on 11/16/2009 3:53:33 PM

I grow a lot of lavender and dry it.  If you sprinkle some lavender flowers on the carpet and then vacuum it up it makes the room smell wonderful.  Every time you vacuum (until you empty it) you will smell lavender.

posted on 11/16/2009 3:19:35 PM

I worked for a vaccum co as a customer service rep and all of these ideas are great, except they can ruin your filter and void any warranty on your Vac and the baking soda will clog the vac. Even the powders that say they are for vacs will harm them. Good Luck

posted on 11/16/2009 12:19:06 PM

I didn't know I could wash my vacuum filter!

posted on 11/16/2009 11:59:22 AM

Thank you for sharing all these great tips with us. I will be sure to grab an extra box next time I am at the store. I rescued a male cat and right now I cannot afford to get him fixed and he is hitting that spraying stage. I can't stand it. The smell is horrible and I change his liter 3 times a day.

posted on 11/16/2009 10:23:23 AM

oh!!!!  great tips!  i will try the fabric softener and baking soda tips here, can't stand the stink of my awesome dyson (thanks to pets for sure)

posted on 11/16/2009 9:30:31 AM

Get a rainbow and you won't have a worry about smelly vacuums.  You will never stop up!!!!

posted on 11/16/2009 9:05:48 AM

I love the smell of fabric softener so this sounds good to me.  Thanks

posted on 11/16/2009 7:43:55 AM

Adding a cup of baking soda to every wash seems to brightin whites (cheaper than bleach), helps wash those stinkey 10 year old jeans and those jeans your 10 year old wears......acts like a cleaning booster especially on xl loads......also sprinkle on carpet to remove pet odor, dap it on your toothbrush before toothpaste (works great at removing stain from coffee, tea and smoke)..... I could go on and on..... but im hoping you get the point....... a large bag at one of the major warehouse stores is approx. $5...... well worth it for me anyway..... 

posted on 11/16/2009 2:05:41 AM

I suck up a little bit of baking soda after each use.  It helps keep that nasty "vacuum smell" away.  Especially if you have pets. 

posted on 11/16/2009 12:27:52 AM