How to Remove Odors With Household Ammonia

How to Remove Odors With Household Ammonia
Written By
Sarah Coennen
Sarah Coennen
Published: Apr 15, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Inhaling this harmful chemical can cause serious respiratory illnesses.

Things You Will Need

  • Household ammonia
  • Spray bottle
  • Cloth
  1. Mix 2 tbsp. household ammonia in a spray bottle with 3 cups of water.

  2. Mist the ammonia mixture on non-porous surfaces. Perform spot tests on all non-porous surfaces in inconspicuous places to be sure that there will be no ill effects.

  3. Wait 10 minutes and wipe down all surfaces covered with the ammonia spray with a damp cloth or rag.

  4. Repeat daily until odor is neutralized.

The Drip Cap

  • Ammonia is a typical household cleaning agent, and is also found naturally in such substances as urine.
  • Wait 10 minutes and wipe down all surfaces covered with the ammonia spray with a damp cloth or rag.

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Sarah Coennen

Sarah Coennen writes about the medical industry, health, fitness, alternative medicine and animals. She has been a freelance writer since 2009.

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