Smoke Odor

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posted by Annie B. Bond May 3, 2007 12:00 am

filed under: Blogs, Ask Annie, , smoke odor, washing soda

Janice, VT asks:

Do you know how to get rid of the smoke odor from a fireplace insert? The smell wafts into the room, even after the ashes are removed. I have tried placing backing soda in there, but it does not seem to help. Thanks.

Annie: Washing soda works wonder on smoke and soot. I use washing soda to clean the glass window on our wood stove; it works like magic. Depending on how sooty the situation, combine 1/4 cup washing soda or more to 1/2 gallon of water. For really bad situations use a thick, wet, washing soda paste. When you use a strong washing soda mixture, it will need a lot of rinsing. You need to wear gloves when using washing soda because the mineral is slightly caustic. It is also strong enough to peel wax off a floor, so spot test if you are using this mixture on any finished surface.

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Diane Strome says
Jun 22, 2008 2:14 PM

I have a resin bird bath. What can I use on that? I need something safe for the birds but something that get the green sludge on the bottom off and hopefully disinfect it as well. Will vinegar work?

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Rebecca Atkinson says
Jul 11, 2007 11:28 AM

What home products can be used to clean the inside of a concrete wild bird bath?
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