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QuestionNothing seems to be working to get the smell out. What else can I do?Rani Gorgis is a Laundry and Cleaning Specialist and the Owner of Park Blvd Laundry & Dry Cleaners in San Diego, California. With several years of experience in the laundry and cleaning industry, Rani specializes in dry cleaning, wash-n-fold, shirt laundry, and servicing smoke-damaged clothes. He holds a BS in Accounting and a CPA certification.You can submerge clothes in a pre-soak of warm water and baking soda overnight for stubborn odors. Then, wash them using unscented laundry detergent the following day.
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QuestionDoes washing soda remove odors?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerWashing soda, or sodium carbonate, is great for breaking up set-in stains and dirt. It can also help get rid of stubborn odors. While it’s not exactly the same thing as baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), both of these compounds can be effective odor busters.
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QuestionHow do you get the smell of Downy out of clothes?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerTry running them through the wash with a scent-free detergent and half a cup of baking soda. It may also help to soak them in water mixed with a little lemon juice or vinegar before putting them in the wash.
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QuestionCan you spray vinegar on clothes to get rid of odors?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYes, vinegar can help neutralize odors, including perfumes and fragrances. Mix equal parts water and vinegar in a spray bottle and spritz it on your clothes. Once your clothes dry out, the vinegar smell should dissipate.
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