How can I get an old cheese smell out of a 50's laminate buffet?
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Janet Pizaro on Feb 09, 2016I woiuld wash the furniture down with white vinegar and put open boxes of baking soda to absorb the odors.Helpful Reply
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MN Mom on Feb 09, 2016Try wiping it out with liquid Lysol cleaner. Once it's dry I would put a pan of cat litter inside and close it up. You might have to do this several days in a row but I've had luck with this procedure.Helpful Reply
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Moxie on Feb 10, 2016I would put a open box of baking soda in it for a whileHelpful Reply
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Queeniecda on Feb 10, 2016I too bought from thrift store, with some kind of indescribable smell...I ended up using instant (dry) coffee. Sprinkle in affected areas. I know this is messy, let sit for days or week-until odor gone. Throw away grounds, wipe down & you're ready. I was surprised with results!!Helpful Reply
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Martha on Feb 10, 2016I purchased an old chest of drawers that had obviously been in a room with a heavy smoker for many years. I wanted to store my sewing stuff in it. I tried dryer sheets, then baking soda - they didn't work. Finally I purchased some crushed eucalyptus leaves online and they did the trick.Helpful Reply
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CK on Feb 10, 2016I found a huge wicker basket on the curb. It was a great shape (sort of like an urn) but smelled of animals (dogs, cats, etc.) and cigarette smoke. I washed it outside with bleach and hot water. Let it dry in the sun for several hours and the smell was gone. I never thought of using vinegar but I like that idea too!Helpful Reply
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Martha on Feb 10, 2016Yes, the smell stays, but I like it.Helpful Reply
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