3 Methods of Removing Odors from WW2 Items
Whether you are looking to buy or sell ww2 items, cleanliness is an important factor that must not be overlooked. Some items are easy to clean, whereas others hold onto smells, which get worse overtime. For instance, before you sell ww2 bayonetyou need not do much to clean it. This may not be true for other items.
Although there are various odor-removing products available today, general household supplies still work best when trying to gently remove odors without causing any damage. Let’s dive into a list of 3 methods of removing odors using household supplies that are probably present in your home at this very moment.
Eliminate odors
For items that can withstand water, use water and one of these supplies in a 3:1 ratio to wipe your items clean:
- Lemon juice
- Listerine
- Vinegar
- Dish soap
- Vodka
Absorb odor
Sunlight kills a variety of bacteria, so cover your item with a moderately thick fabric and expose it to sunlight for a few hours. This should remove most lingering odors.
Remember, washing with water can damage some ww2 memorabilia. In fact, soaking them can sometimes cause worse smells to come up. So, before soaking in sudsy water, try absorbing odors.
The following household supplies work exceptionally well:
- Coffee grounds
- Baking soda
- Activated charcoal
- Newspaper
- Cedar chips
- Kitty litter
Seal smaller items in a container with a tight lid or resealable bag along with any one of these odor absorbers for a day or if needed, a week. For larger items, use a container filled with your favorite odor absorber, place it within your ww2 item and try sealing it, without bringing it into direct contact with your absorber.
Mask odors
Odors that cannot be eliminated or absorbed entirely can be masked with a pleasant scent using these household supplies:
- Laundry beads or dryer sheets
- Citrus fruit peels
- Essential oils
- Vanilla extract
Use the same container or resealable bag method to place laundry products and peels within your smelly items for upto a week. Rub oils and extracts directly on your item.
Conclusion
Removing odors from ww2 items becomes much easier when you use any one of these methods and odor removing agents. Some trial and error may be involved but with a little customization and repetition, you will be able to get rid of most odors.