How to Make a DIY Room Spray That Actually Works With Just 3 Ingredients

When your home isn’t radiating that fresh, inviting aroma you crave, the typical instinct is to grab a store-bought air freshener maybe a can of Febreze or an AirWick plug-in. Sure, they do the trick temporarily. But they’re neither bulletproof nor budget-friendly. Continuously restocking them eats away at your wallet faster than you think.

There’s a better alternative effortless and incredibly effective. Craft your own aromatic spray right at home and banish those unpleasant, lingering smells for good.

This homemade spray carries a scent reminiscent of Febreze, yet skips the fabric softener entirely. The magic lies in the use of Downy Unstoppables tiny fragrance powerhouses available in an array of captivating aromas. Pick the one that speaks to your senses and make it uniquely yours.

To start, you just need a few ingredients.

1/4 cup of Downy Unstoppables in your preferred scent
4 teaspoons of baking soda
1 cup boiling water
14-oz spray bottle

Begin by adding 1/4 cup of Downy Unstopables and a scoop of baking soda into a mixing bowl. Slowly pour boiling water over the blend, releasing a burst of scent as it steams. Give it a gentle stir, then allow the mixture to rest for 30 minutes. The fragrance beads will gradually dissolve into a fragrant fusion.

Next, carefully funnel the aromatic blend into your spray bottle. Using a funnel streamlines the process, minimizing spills and making the transfer smooth and mess-free.

Now you’re ready to spritz this fragrant elixir onto any surfaceinstantly uplifting your space with an irresistible scent. Simple and satisfying, isn’t it?

Prefer something more botanical? Craft a DIY room refresher using pure essential oils for a natural, toxin-free alternative.