What should I do if there is a strange smell at home? A summary of popular solutions across the Internet in 10 days
In the past 10 days, discussions about household odor treatment have soared on major social platforms and home forums. Especially with the arrival of hot and humid weather in summer, the problem of household odor has become a problem that bothers many people. This article compiles the latest hotly discussed solutions on the Internet and provides you with a systematic guide to dealing with odors.
1. Top 5 sources of odor are hotly discussed on the Internet
| Source of odor | Mention frequency | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|
| kitchen sewer | 38.7% | Douyin, Xiaohongshu |
| bathroom floor drain | 25.2% | Zhihu, Baidu Tieba |
| Musty wardrobe smell | 18.4% | Weibo, Bilibili |
| pet odor | 12.1% | Douban, WeChat communities |
| New decoration formaldehyde | 5.6% | Professional home forum |
2. The 10 most popular deodorizing methods
| method name | Applicable scenarios | Effectiveness rating (5-point scale) |
|---|---|---|
| Baking soda + white vinegar | Sewer deodorization | 4.8 |
| Activated carbon bag | Wardrobe/shoe cabinet | 4.5 |
| Deodorizing coffee grounds | Refrigerator/Kitchen | 4.3 |
| Boiled grapefruit peel | Whole house purification | 4.1 |
| Photocatalyst spray | Formaldehyde treatment | 3.9 |
| UV disinfection lamp | Bathroom sterilization | 3.7 |
| Aromatherapy machine diffuser | mask odor | 3.5 |
| Fresh air system | Whole house ventilation | 4.2 |
| Professional deodorizing company | Stubborn odor | 4.0 |
| Green plant purification | light pollution | 3.4 |
3. Sub-regional solutions
1. Kitchen odor treatment
The "three-minute sewer deodorization method" that has become popular on Douyin recently has received more than 2 million likes: pour 1 cup of baking soda + 1 cup of white vinegar into the sewer, let it sit for 10 minutes, and then rinse with hot water. Actual testing by Xiaohongshu users shows that this method can effectively eliminate more than 90% of kitchen odors.
2. Deodorize the bathroom
A popular discussion on Zhihu pointed out that the main cause of bad smell in floor drains is the drying up of the water seal. It is recommended to pour 500ml of clean water every week to maintain the water seal, or to replace the odor-proof floor drain. Weibo experts recommend using sterilizing toilet blocks, which can both clean and deodorize for 2-3 weeks.
3. Musty wardrobe smell
The UP main comparison test at Station B shows that the combination solution of activated carbon + desiccant has the best dehumidification effect. Special reminder: Damp clothes must be washed in time, otherwise the musty smell will be aggravated. The recently popular dehumidification box can keep the wardrobe dry for up to 30 days.
4. Professional advice
The latest reminder from the China Indoor Environment Monitoring Center: There are three points to pay attention to when dealing with odors in summer:
1. Prioritize solving the source problem rather than masking the odor
2. Adequate ventilation is required after using chemical cleaners
3. Professional treatment solutions must be used if formaldehyde exceeds the standard.
5. Sharing of real cases from netizens
| Case type | Treatment method | Effective time |
|---|---|---|
| Pet urine stains residue | Enzyme Cleaner + UV Lamp | 3 days |
| Mildew on walls during the rainy season | Mildew spray + dehumidifier | 1 week |
| Long-term oil stain on range hood | Professional deep cleaning | immediately |
| New furniture smell | Photocatalyst + ventilation | 2 weeks |
6. Prevention is better than cure
Among the hot topics of discussion in the past 10 days, 38% of netizens emphasized the importance of prevention:
- Check sewer pipe tightness weekly
- Clean refrigerator seals once a month
- Quarterly deep cleaning of carpets and curtains
- Give priority to environmentally friendly materials when decorating
By sorting out the latest discussion data across the Internet, it can be seen that targeted solutions are needed to deal with household odors. It is recommended to pinpoint the source of the odor first and then choose a suitable method. For stubborn odors or suspected formaldehyde levels, be sure to seek professional help. Maintaining regular cleaning and good ventilation habits can fundamentally solve the problem of household odor.
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