Cigar smoke—well known for its distinct smell—can be tough to mask if it is indoors on a regular basis. An occasional cigar in your basement might not leave a lasting smell, but consistent indoor cigar smoking definitely leaves a stubborn odor. Consider these tips on how to remove cigar smell from a room:
– Leave bowls filled with cleaning products such as ammonia, vinegar, or pine-scented cleaner in the closed-off room overnight.
– Spray an air freshener or perfume on a light bulb when off. When you turn it back on, the scent will fill the room.
– Fill ashtrays with cat litter to mask the smell.
– Sprinkle baking soda on carpets and furniture and let sit overnight. This should help absorb the odor. Vacuum the baking soda up in the morning.
– Try using products certified for extreme odor removal.
– Rent an odor removal machine.
If none of these at-home methods are successful, you may want to consider getting your carpet, furniture, and upholstery professionally cleaned. Cigar smoke is a scent that tends to stick around persistently, so it might be worth the investment. To be directly connected to a maid service or carpet cleaning company in your area, visit TalkLocal and enter your specific needs along with your availability and location.
