People have been using air fresheners in homes around the country since the late 1940s. It’s had a long and transformative history. Moreover, the more we learn about the environment, the more changes it’s undergone.
Long History of Air Freshener
In 1948, air fresheners were invented based on military technology used for distributing pesticides. However, it was later adapted into a pressurized spray can the released various scents into the air. Not long after, another method of air freshener was invented by Julius Sämann. In 1952, he came up with the idea of the Little Trees Air freshener to cover car odors after a milkman complained to him about the smell of spilled milk. The tree shape was inspired by Sämann’s years working with aromatic oils from Canadian pine forests.
The air freshener industry had been projected to surpass $23 billion by the end of this year, 2023. However, it’s yet to be disclosed if that projected number has been or will be reached. Regardless, people are always searching for new ways to freshen their homes. In particular, the most common places people use air fresheners include their kitchens, bathrooms, and cars.
Air fresheners have come a long way, removing harmful chemicals and ozone layer-damaging aerosols. However, air fresheners seemingly date back hundreds of years and are closely related to body mists and perfumes. These products and smudging, burning things like incense, lavender, sage, and pinon have been used for centuries as air fresheners, in ritualistic ceremonies, or to cleanse and purify homes.
Other methods of air fresheners include cedar balls, scented satchels, sprays, candles, wax melts, and many other methods, including DIY options.
2 Ingredient Airfreshener Hack
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One way to freshen your home has been going around the internet for a while now. All you need for this simple thing is a spray bottle and a capful of your favorite in-wash scent boosters, such as Downy Unstoppables pebbles, as suggested by Ashton Emmett on Facebook. Fill the rest of the bottle with hot water, mix the solution well, and the makeshift air freshener should last several weeks. Freshening carpets, curtains, couches, and closets. An alternative to using a spray bottle is to use dryer sheets. They can be used to line drawers closets, or even hide in pillowcases, shoes, and under rugs.
Ashton isn’t the only person with this idea, either. If you’re a more visual, you can check out a video by Tina Renea below.
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