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Thuggin420 t1_j6enhq3 wrote

Actual LPT: Clean up the source of the offending odor if possible with the proper cleaning product. If you just have to go the hippie route, use baking soda and water only. Baking soda neutralizes both acidic and basic odor molecules. All adding vinegar does is neutralize the baking soda and has the added bonus of smelling repulsive. Rinse thoroughly; residual baking soda or pretty much any cleaning product will attract moisture and thus dirt and grime back to the area.

Honestly, just water, a good absorbent towel and a little elbow grease will go a long way.

Wet carpet WILL start to smell if not dried in a timely manner. Invest in a dehumidifier, a real one with a compressor. Run the power cord through a cracked window and set it to "continuous run" and let it go overnight or in a garage. The key is avoiding overheating, you know how hot vehicle interiors can get in the sun, and a dehumidifier will be dumping several hundred additional watts of heat...

For an actual little to no effort way to dordorize a vehicle, read up on the proper use of an ozone generator. A cheep Chinesium unit from eBay will be just fine. This is what used car dealers do.

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Alucard624 OP t1_j6ffidr wrote

Baking soda can be used as a cleaning solution with water, but it's not nearly as effective. The reason experts recommend using vinegar and baking soda is because it's a highly effective organic cleaner that does not have any harsh chemicals like most over the counter alternatives. The smell of vinegar does not last as the smell goes away once it dries when using the correct ratio with water. If for some reason you did not mix vinegar with water then it will take a little longer for the smell to go away (it can be as little as 10 minutes up to 24 hours). If you want to rush this process then open a box of baking soda in the area where the smell is.

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Thuggin420 t1_j6g0c5k wrote

...Are you a bot?

That buzzfeed quality article was a hoot. My favorite part is the clogged toilet remedy: Bail out the shit-water, then create a shit-volcano, and finally add hot water to release the full aromatic effect. And when none of that works, use a plunger.

Many years ago, I had a warehouse type job. We got a new employee one day, nice young guy, fit, obviously took care of himself and one of the better workers we ever had. But he smelled. Bad. Every day. Like mildew and stale sweat. A few months later, his father joined. Same deal. Great attitude, looked healthy, but had that same aromatic quality about him. Now I'm not saying they'd be the type to avoid "harsh chemicals" in favor of BS like this, but if I were a betting man...

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Alucard624 OP t1_j6h0x8y wrote

I’m not saying to use vinegar as a lotion or body spray at all because I can imagine how bad that reaction can be. But vinegar dissolves once it dries as long as cut with water. if you really want to find out then you can apply the scientific method and grab a spray bottle and mix 2 tablespoons of vinegar into 2 cups of water and then shake the bottle. Once it’s done spray it as a mist near you and wait 30 seconds. If it’s not gone then come back and tell us for bragging rights…..now of course we have to use the honor system hers, but who would like regarding something so trivial.

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