My teenage son’s room absolutely stank – my 7 tips to keep it fresh including the daily chore they need to skip
WHETHER it’s smelly socks or sweaty sports gear, teenage boys aren’t exactly known for their stellar cleanliness.
One mum shared the simple steps she swears by for keeping her son’s room smelling fresh.
She shared the hacks on the Facebook page Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips in response to another user’s request for help freshening up her teenager’s room.
The original poster explained that her son’s room “still smells really musky” despite the efforts she has taken to prevent lingering odours.
According to the commenter, there are seven things you can do to keep the area smelling consisitently fresh.
For her first tip, she suggested investing in a disposable dehumidifier and placing it in the window.
Might Power Damp Traps are available in a pack of two for £1 from Poundland.
She also recommended leaving the windows in the room open when possible.
According to the cleaning veteran, spraying fabric deodorizer throughout the space is also a neccessary step.
She suggested Neutradol Deofab spray, which is available for £1.49 from Savers.
“Use [it on] curtains, carpets, trainers, clothes,” she advised.
She also added foot powders to each set of her son’s trainers to tackle lingering odours.
The mum also revealed the best way to approach cleanliness when it comes to bedding.
“Change pillows twice year and use a pillow protector,” she told her fellow Facebook users.
She also recommended sprinkling baking soda on the mattress and allowing it to sit before hoovering it up.
According to her, this task should be carried out on a monthly basis for the best results.
Her final, and most unexpected tip, addressed making the bed everyday.
Tips for a fresh bedroom
- Place a disposable dehumidifier on the window ledge.
- Keep the windows open when possible.
- Spray curtains, carpet, trainers, and clothes with a fabric deodorizer.
- Place foot powder in trainers.
- Change pillows twice year and use a pillow protector.
- Sprinkle baking soda on mattress and hoover monthly.
- Avoid making the bed.
She advised against this as it can trap in unwanted scents instead of allowing the bedding to be aired out.
The experts at the National Library of Medicine explained why a “well-made bed” may be considered ” an unappreciated public health risk.”
“Insensible losses, such as perspiration and salivation, account for up to one litre- of fluid every night for each person in the bed,” they explained.
They recommended airing out your bedding on a daily basis instead of perfecting your hotel-quality tuck.
This prevents moisture becoming trapped, helping to reduce “musty smells.”