How to remove car odors
On some occasions we have dropped petrol, wine or other products that smell very bad inside the car. You can remove even the worst odors from the car with the right product, the sooner you clean the area, the easier it will be to eliminate lingering odors
You will need to:- Digester of bacteria or enzymes
- Car upholstery cleaner
- Sponge or rag
- Incense
- Paper towels
one
Find the cause of the smell, if it is a solid, remove it from the car .
two
Use paper towels to gently dry liquid stains.
3
Clean the stained area with a strong upholstery cleaner, available at auto stores. There are two types, one for carpets and one for seats.
4
Apply a bacteria or enzyme digester to the affected area with a sponge or cloth. This product eliminates odors by destroying bacteria, can be purchased at a food store or domestic cleaning.
5
Open the windows to let the area ventilate.
6
Consider the possibility of lighting an incense in the car, car fresheners usually have a strong artificial scent.
7
For persistent odors that you can not get rid of, ask for an appointment to get a quote for the interior cleaning of your car by a professional.
Tips- Keep the windows tightly closed when the car is parked to prevent rain from entering. Humidity creates a musty smell.
- See also How to diagnose car odors.
