How to Remove a Skunk Smell?

Leave the area immediately and ventilate the space

Open windows and doors

Turn on fans to move air outside

Wash skin, hair, and clothing as soon as possible

Mix 1 quart hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda, and 1 teaspoon dish soap for skin or fur

Apply the mixture carefully and rinse well

Use pet-safe skunk odor remover for animals

Wash contaminated clothes separately with detergent and baking soda

Add vinegar to laundry if fabric allows

Clean hard surfaces with vinegar and water

Use an enzyme cleaner on porous surfaces

Sprinkle baking soda on carpets and upholstery

Let baking soda sit, then vacuum thoroughly

Replace HVAC filters if odor spread through the system

Place bowls of vinegar or activated charcoal in the affected area

Repeat cleaning if the smell remains

Contact a veterinarian if a pet was sprayed in the eyes or mouth

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