Containers of Baking Soda
Step 1
Pour 2 or 3 inches of baking soda into decorative bowls or a small plastic containers. Do not cover the container with a lid. Shallow bowls work best since they expose more of the product.
Step 2
Set the containers of baking soda underneath, beside and anywhere near the new furniture. If you just purchased a brand new living room or bedroom suite with many pieces, using five or six containers around the room may be necessary.
Step 3
Remove the containers after a few days once the odor is gone. Discard the baking soda.
Sprinkling Baking Soda
Step 1
Sprinkle baking soda on the top of a new mattress or on the upholstery fabric of a new couch or chair. It does not harm the fabric.
Step 2
Wait for the baking soda to absorb the smell for at least 15 minutes. Leaving it on the furniture for several hours or even overnight works best.
Step 3
Vacuum up the baking soda residue. Use the brush and crevice attachments to do a thorough job. Repeat in a few days if the odor does not dissipate.