Put a blanket or washable slipcover on the couch if you have a pet or children that aggravate the problem.
Things You Will Need
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Put a fabric softener sheet inside an envelop, and slide it under a couch cushion.
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Sprinkle baking soda on the upholstery, and leave it overnight. Vacuum up the baking soda the next day.
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Mix 1 part white vinegar with 3 parts water in a spray bottle. Spritz the upholstery on the couch. Do not saturate it. Let it dry.
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Sprinkle salt under the cushions of the couch. Vacuum it up the next time you clean the couch. Flip the cushion and sprinkle salt under the new side.
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Spray perfume on cotton balls, and slide them under the couch cushions.
The Drip Cap
- The absorbent upholstery on couches makes them targets for persistent odors.
- Keep couches clean, and vacuum them weekly to get rid of odor-causing substances.
- Spray perfume on cotton balls, and slide them under the couch cushions.