I live in a lower unit apt. and since i moved in a few months ago i cannot remove this musty smell. I smoke cig.as well but always have two windows for fresh air and two cieling fans on at all times..I'm wondering what I can do to eliminate these odors .I use that carpet fresh every week, burn scented candles, clean weekly and yes , i shower at least once daily (lol) .Do you think maybe steam cleaning the carpet would work ? Any ideas will greatly appreciated .Thank you
2006-10-24 13:22:19 · 6 answers · asked by jeff 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
check out this site for great tips:
www.ehow.com/how_18796_remove_musty_basement
best of luck, what a pain.
2006-10-24 13:33:22 · answer #1 · answered by start 6-22-06 summer time Mom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the worst thing you could use is carpet fresh,because it goes through the carpet and into the pad and down to the floor boards and sits there,my suggestion would be a heavy duty,odor-b-gone,or something of that nature,yes cleaning the carpet will help,but the heavy duty deodorizer will help as well, good luck
2006-10-24 13:46:56 · answer #2 · answered by zinubes 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Febreze air effects for the air, and a good carpet cleaning wont hurt. Have you tried to febreze th carpet? You need to vaccum over it after it dires because it makes the carpet slick ...
2006-10-24 13:31:13 · answer #3 · answered by londonhawk 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If its that bad, then it could be in the walls. Try washing the walls and ceiling down( I know, its a lot of work). Use a little bleach in the water. If you can paint, that would be better. Air fresheners only mask the smell for a short time. Good luck!
2016-05-22 11:39:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to invest in a dehumidifier to get the moisture out of the air.
2006-10-24 13:46:48 · answer #5 · answered by waterfrontpainting 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try some eucalyptus, and of course fa-breeze is great but I would smoke outside.
2006-10-24 13:40:43 · answer #6 · answered by MrsBear 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋