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Place a few bay leaves in small bowls around your home. They release a subtle, herbal scent that naturally freshens any room.
2. Pantry Protection:
Scatter bay leaves inside flour, rice, and cereal containers to repel insects like weevils without chemicals.
3. Drain Cleaner:
Pour half a cup of salt down your kitchen drain, followed by boiling water. It helps break down grease buildup and keeps drains odor-free.
4. Stain Remover:
Mix salt with a bit of water to create a paste that can lift coffee, wine, or grease stains from fabric and carpets.
5. Relaxing Bath Soak:
Add a handful of salt and a few bay leaves to a warm bath. The minerals from the salt and the soothing aroma of the bay leaves promote relaxation.
6. Shoe Deodorizer:
Fill small fabric bags with salt and a bay leaf. Slip them into shoes to absorb moisture and eliminate odors naturally.
7. Natural Dehumidifier:
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