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Troubled by smelly clothes? These easy home remedies will give instant relief
Samira Vishwas | April 20, 2026 8:25 PM CST

Odors from clothes stored in the closet are a common problem, especially in humid climates. But with some simple home remedies you can keep your clothes fresh and smelling good. Try these ways to remove odors: If you have an unpleasant smell in your closet, inside the clothes (…)

Odors from clothes stored in the closet are a common problem, especially in humid climates. But with some simple home remedies you can keep your clothes fresh and smelling good.

Try these methods to eliminate odors:

  1. Naphthalene ball:

If you have an unpleasant odor in your closet, place a naphthalene ball inside the clothes. This will eliminate musty odors caused by humidity.

  1. Camphor:

If you don’t like the strong smell of naphthalene balls, you can tie camphor in a small muslin cloth and keep it inside. It will leave a pleasant fragrance in both the wardrobe and the clothes.

  1. Coffee Powder:

It may sound strange, but having coffee beans or coffee powder tied inside a small bag will add a subtle, pleasant aroma to your clothes.

Avoid making these mistakes at all costs:

Wet clothes: We often have a few wet clothes in the closet. This is a big mistake, because it will spread the smell throughout the wardrobe and all the clothes inside will be contaminated. Don’t leave clothes in buckets: As soon as you finish washing your clothes, hang them to dry immediately.

If the clothes are left in the bucket for hours, it becomes almost impossible to get rid of the smell. Use very little detergent: We often assume that if we are only washing a few clothes, a little soap will be enough. However, a good quality detergent – ​​or just a few drops of antiseptic liquid – is essential for effective cleaning and deodorisation.


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