Do you love to hunt down and give a second life to old furniture, but this smell of withdrawn often spoils the pleasure? A passionate flea market shared on Instagram this original tip that changes everything. Simple, amazing, accessible, it will appeal to collectors as much to lovers of beautiful renovated pieces.
It sometimes happens that an old furniture, which is careful, contains more than its history: this persistent smell of withdrawal or old wood which slows down the desire to offer it a place in our interior. This scent can discourage more than one flea market lover, especially since it does not always disappear despite simple cleaning or prolonged ventilation. However, some experts in the field have developed surprising tips to revive these charming pieces.
On social networks, these little secrets circulate more and more, revealed by enthusiasts who mix traditional know-how and ingenious solutions. One of these tips comes from Juliette, a flea market who has revived vintage furniture in Metz, (re) known on Instagram under the name @ephratadecobrocante. His surprisingly simple method recently caused a sensation with his community.
Beyond the furniture, old or delicate textiles often pose a similar challenge: how to eliminate an encrusted odor without damaging the material? This question is all the more crucial for the costumers of the opera, which must maintain the tutus steeped in history, while preserving their elegance.
Both accessible and efficient, the trick is to use an unexpected product, rather associated with aperitifs than the maintenance of the house. Indeed, Juliette recommends vaporizing the furniture or fabric with a specific solution, a gesture which acts directly on the molecules responsible for the unpleasant odor.
It is a question of spraying of pure vodka the surface or the textile to be treated. Thanks to its deodoring and antiseptic properties, this alcohol quickly neutralizes stubborn smells without leaving a trace or damaging the materials. The dressing rooms of the opera confirm the effectiveness of this method on the most precious costumes.
Thanks to this unveiled secret, restoring a new breath to an old piece of furniture or a fabric loaded with souvenirs becomes an operation accessible to all. A surprising way to prolong the story while chasing hints of the past.
