I put bowls of baking soda under every bed in my house for 14 days. This is what happened

Baking soda’s effectiveness as a deodorizer comes from its basic pH, which neutralizes acidic odor molecules. It doesn’t add scent but rather removes unwanted odors by absorbing them. However, it can’t completely eliminate all odors, especially those that are deeply embedded in fabrics or carpets. It also does not replace good cleaning practices, as it primarily acts on airborne odors or those on surfaces it directly contacts.

Baking soda is generally safe to use, but I learned to handle it carefully to avoid spills. Regularly checking and stirring the contents of the bowls ensured that the baking soda remained effective over the two weeks. One minor inconvenience was the need to periodically vacuum around the bowls to ensure no particles were accidentally spread around. Despite these small issues, the process was relatively low-maintenance.