Hydrated lime. It has been used for hundreds of years to deoderize everything from human wastes to animal wastes to decaying bodies. Calcium carbonate is simply ground up limestone, and although it is great for raising the pH of your yard or garden it doesn't do much to eliminate smells. Hydrated lime also has the advantage of being a dessicant (it absorbs moisture). M. Miller, Lime Specialist, U.S. Geological Survey
soda lime is a solid and a fruit lime soda is a drink that is made from soda and lime together.
The Oreck XL Professional Signature Series AIRPB Air Purifier does help get rid of those musty odors. However, I have found that it usually takes a relatively long time to get rid of the odors. Overall I would recommend this product to someone. It gets rid of your household odors!
What is the pH of a lime?
Lime Green!
An apple will absorb odors of other things around it, such as tobacco smoke in a vehicle. This occurs due to absorption and the pleasant smell of apples.
No.
Lemon does not actually absorb odors. It has antibacterial abilities that can kill the bacteria that make the odors leaving only its citrus scent.
Because it has the ability to absorb odors.
Soda lime is a mixture of Ca(OH)2, NaOH, KOH in water used to absorb carbon dioxide.
To absorb the carbon dioxide by bonding with the soda lime to form sodium carbonate.
That would not be a good idea. Just air the area you are painting out by opening the windows.
No, lime will not decompose a dead dog's body. Lime can help reduce odors and slow down decomposition by changing the pH level of the soil, but it won't decompose the body itself. It's best to contact local authorities for proper disposal of a deceased animal.
That's when you put it in the refrigerator to help control odors. It can only absorb so much and it also will absorb moisture. Changing it every 30 days keeps it fresh.
Plastic is the best material for a bathroom waste basket because it is easy to clean and does not absorb odors.
Thoroughly clean the inside of the freezer, using baking soda and water. Put an open box of baking soda or a container of coffee in there to absorb the odors. If you have to store the appliance, put blocks in the door to keep it open a few inches so it can be ventilated.
Lurvy got rid of the smell in the barn by adding lime to the manure pile. Lime helps to neutralize odors and break down organic matter, reducing the unpleasant smell.