By Alex Thorne | Odor Control and Wellness Specialist
Mistake 1: Skipping ventilation
Closed windows and stagnant air trap terpenes and smoke compounds. Open a window for a few minutes, run a fan, and ventilate after sessions. Then set a clean baseline with a Modest & Co. candle to keep the room comfortable without a perfume cloud.
Mistake 2: Relying on masking sprays
Fragrance-only products wear off and the weed smell returns. Switch to surface neutralization with Odor Killa Sprays, designed to reduce odor sources on textiles and soft goods instead of piling on scent.
Mistake 3: Over-saturating fabrics
Soaking couches and rugs can push residues deeper. Spot-test, apply measured passes, allow contact time, then air dry. Enzyme-forward systems help break down odor sources rather than spreading them (NIH/NCBI).
Mistake 4: Ignoring HVAC filters and vents
Dirty filters and dusty returns recirculate odor particles. Replace filters on schedule and wipe vent covers. After you treat fabrics, use a clean-burning coconut apricot wax candle to steady the room profile while airflow clears.
Mistake 5: Using DIY hacks as a cure-all
Bowls of vinegar or coffee grounds add competing smells and rarely tackle embedded residues. For persistent odors on textiles, surface chemistry wins. Apply a neutralizing spray where odor lives: couches, curtains, blankets, and car seats.
Mistake 6: Storing cannabis without containment
Leaving flower in unsealed bags slowly perfumes the room. Use airtight, smell-resistant containers. If you prep in a specific zone, treat nearby textiles and light a candle after you are done to keep the immediate area neutral.
The simple routine that works
- Treat the source: spot-clean, then spray textiles to reduce the odor load.
- Maintain ambience: use a clean-burning candle to keep the room baseline comfortable.
- Mind the air: ventilate briefly and replace filters on schedule.
FAQs
Why does the smell come back after masking?
VOCs from terpenes and smoke can persist and re-emit indoors (EPA, ALA). If you only cover them, the odor returns when perfume fades.
Can a candle alone remove embedded odors?
No candle can wash a couch. Treat textiles first with a neutralizing spray, then use a candle for the room.
Are Modest & Co. products safe around pets?
They are formulated to be non-toxic for typical home use when used as directed. Always ventilate and follow labels.
The bottom line
Most lingering weed smells trace back to a few fixable habits. Treat textiles, maintain the room, and keep air moving. Modest & Co. makes it easy: pair Odor Killa Sprays for surfaces with clean-burning candles for ambience, and enjoy a lighter, guest-ready home.