3 Simple Ways to Get Rid of Cooking Smells in the Kitchen

Dishes can sometimes leave an unpleasant cooking odor on you and in your kitchen. Common ingredients like onions, fish and most fried foods are particularly bothersome. Get rid of lingering smells throughout your home with these tips from Handyman Connection® of Novi:

Simmer Pleasant-Smelling Spices

Cloves, citrus peels and cinnamon sticks can introduce fragrant scents to your kitchen. One way to allow them to spread through your kitchen is to simmer them in some water on the stove. This creates an all-natural and inexpensive air freshener that can effectively mask any lingering cooking odors. Choose a whole spice that you like and keep your kitchen smelling great all year long.

Leave a Bowl on the Counter Overnight

Common kitchen items like vinegar, baking soda and coffee grounds can actually help absorb and eliminate stubborn kitchen odors. Simply leave a small bowl filled with one of these items on your kitchen counter before going to bed. They will naturally dissipate any cooking smells by morning, leaving your kitchen fresh for the day.

Ventilate Your Kitchen

The best and easiest way to avoid lingering odors in the kitchen is to air the space out as soon as possible. If you have a vent over the stove, make sure to use it while cooking. Alternatively, you can use an air filter to remove the greasy, cooking smells from the air. Even opening your windows can go a long way towards pushing the odors out, especially if you set up a fan pointing outside.

Handyman Connection of Novi can provide you with more tips to ensure that your kitchen stays in excellent condition. We also provide kitchen remodeling and various maintenance and installation services to preserve your home’s beauty. Contact us at (248) 255-4080 today to learn more about our different products and services. You can also request an estimate.