# How to Get Rid of Odors in Antique Furniture
Cooking, cigarettes, pets, and age can all take their toll on antique furniture by leaving the upholstery filled with unpleasant odors. These odors can last for an extended period of time, and you typically cannot remove them with normal cleaners. A few products found in most pantries can eliminate the odors without harming the furniture. After you have removed the odors, take the necessary steps to help prevent them from returning.
Things You'll Need
- Vacuum cleaner
- Upholstery brush attachment
- White vinegar
- Spray bottle
- Baking soda
Instructions
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Clean the surface of the antique furniture carefully with a vacuum cleaner upholstery brush. Run the brush gently over the upholstery from the top of the furniture to the bottom.
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Saturate the fabric lightly with white vinegar. Use a spray bottle filled with vinegar for easier application. Let the upholstery dry for several hours.
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Sprinkle a newly opened box of baking soda lightly over the antique furniture if any odors remain. Leave the baking soda on the upholstery overnight, then vacuum up the baking soda.
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