Some simple ingredients help remove bad smells from the kitchen and make the projects more pleasant in everyday life – find out which ones! traduzido por: OPENROUTER
Submitted at May 20, 2026, 2:30 PM

Paola Ribeiro - Casa Coral Lugar de Afeto. Projeto da CASACOR São Paulo 2024. (MCA Estúdio/CASACOR)
Persistent smells in the kitchen usually arise for different reasons: accumulated grease, organic waste, constant humidity and even almost imperceptible residues spread across surfaces and appliances. In integrated projects, this sensation ends up spreading quickly throughout the house and directly interferes with the perception of cleanliness and comfort of the spaces.
Being able to remove bad smells from the kitchen does not depend only on perfumed products or intense cleaning. Some simple ingredients and small changes in habits help to neutralize odors in a more efficient and balanced way, keeping the projects more fresh and pleasant throughout the routine.
Even after cleaning, certain odors can remain because they end up impregnated in greasy surfaces, fabrics, appliances and even in cabinets. In compact kitchens or with little air circulation, this sensation tends to become even more intense, especially after preparing fried foods, fish or very seasoned foods.
Projeto de Ricardo Abreu. (Renato Navarro/CASACOR)
Another important factor is related to the accumulation of organic residues and constant humidity. Wet sponges, drains without maintenance, garbage stored for a long time and forgotten containers inside the refrigerator favor the proliferation of bacteria responsible for the bad odors inside the kitchen.
Some simple solutions help to make the projects more fresh and pleasant on a daily basis without the need for very strong products. They are:
White vinegar helps a lot to absorb strong smells spread throughout the projects, especially after the preparation of fried foods and more intense foods. Small containers can be left on the countertop for a few hours to help with the gradual neutralization of odors present in the kitchen.
The citrus aroma of lemon helps to create a sensation of freshness and cleanliness in the projects. The peels can be boiled in water or used directly in the cleaning of the sink, cutting board and surfaces that tend to absorb smells more easily throughout the day.
Baking soda helps a lot to remove bad smells from the kitchen, especially inside the refrigerator. A small open container absorbs odors from stored foods and helps to balance the internal smell of the appliance without interfering with the storage of products.
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Dry coffee grounds also work as an interesting ally to neutralize more persistent odors. Small pots scattered around the kitchen help to reduce grease and frying smell, in addition to leaving a more welcoming sensation inside the projects.
Drains accumulate grease, food scraps and humidity over time, becoming one of the main sources of bad smell in the kitchen. Mild mixtures of hot water with baking soda help to reduce unpleasant odors and facilitate the maintenance of cleanliness in these areas.
Constantly damp sponges favor proliferation of bacteria and tend to concentrate strong odors quickly. The frequent replacement of these items, as well as the correct sanitization of the cloths used in cleaning, helps a lot in preserving a more pleasant projects.
Opening windows and favoring air circulation helps to disperse odors more quickly and reduces the feeling of a stuffy projects. In integrated kitchens, range hoods, purifiers and exhaust fans also contribute a lot to renewing the air during and after the preparation of meals.
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In addition to homemade solutions, small changes in routine help a lot to prevent the buildup of unpleasant odors inside the kitchen. Taking out organic trash daily, cleaning grease residues right after preparing food and keeping the sink dry are simple habits that directly contribute to preserving a sense of cleanliness in the projects.
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The organization of the refrigerator also greatly affects the smell of the kitchen as a whole. Expired food, poorly sealed containers and overly ripe fruits quickly alter the internal odor of the appliance, even influencing the perception of the surrounding projects.
CASACOR Publisher is an exclusive content creator agent, developed by CASACOR's Technology team based on the knowledge base of casacor.com.br. This text was edited by Milena Garcia.
traduzido por: OPENROUTER