"Recipe" for air freshener?

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Has anyone used a homemade recipe for air freshener?  Either something that you spray in the air, or perhaps set in a dish in an out-of-the-way spot?  I've seen a few recipes online, but I'd like to hear if any of you have tried one that works!  Thanks!

LolitaC

All I do is simmer White vinegar and water in the kettle.  Sometimes I throw in some herbs or citrius rinds.  Works like a champ to remove even frying odors. 

HollyChubb

I put baking soda and water in a crockpot and let it cook down for a few hours on low and the smells usually go away. Its not a specific recipe so I guess just use your judgement if you chose to go this route. I'd say I use 1 part baking soda to two parts water at least though.

Daisy07gray

I use denatured alcohol and essential oils (lavendar in the bedroom, mint and grapefruit seed in the bathroom/ kitchen).  I also use grapefruit seed oil in white vinegar for my kitchen spray.  HTH.

jennyk213

I make my own reed diffuser with 1/4 c. water, a Tbsp or so (I just eyeball it) of drinking alcohol and essential oils.  I really like peppermint and cocoa eo's.

I looked for "recipes" a while ago and I forgot what the alcohol does but I think it was to help the scent mix with the water or be absorbed into the reeds...or maybe both.  Geez, I have a bad memory.  You can also use a special carrier oil but I couldn't find any locally and didn't feel like ordering online. Jojoba, olive, etc. are apparently too thick but I didn't actually try them myself.

LolitaC

jennyk213:

I make my own reed diffuser with 1/4 c. water, a Tbsp or so (I just eyeball it) of drinking alcohol and essential oils.  I really like peppermint and cocoa eo's.

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This is awesome!  I'm totally making one this weekend.  This would make great gifts for the holidays with the peppermint oil. 

CDMay2006

I use a reed diffuser, too.

A newsletter i rcv'd yesterday contains this recipe for room spray: Fill spray bottle to a few inches from the top with water, add several drops of EO and mix before spraying.  Test before spraying on fabric/upholstery.
Citrus, lavendar and tea tree are listed as antimicrobial.  Lavendar also repels some insects and TT is suggested for mold and mildew.