This Home Diffuser Got Rid of That Weird Apartment Smell in Minutes

Apartment living introduces you to the responsibilities of adulthood, but it can also expose you to some of the weirdest smells you’ve ever experienced in your life. How many times have you come home to an unappetizing odor, whether it’s the reek of your next-door neighbor’s kitchen mishaps or that off-putting smell you just can’t put your finger on? The worst part is that even an entire bottle of air freshener doesn’t seem to make a dent in it. 

If you’re desperate for a solution to that stomach-turning apartment smell, the Drift Home Scent Diffuser will have you looking forward to coming home again. It won’t matter that your neighbors are cooking some sort of exotic dish—you’ll be enjoying the fresh scent of a living space free from weird apartment smells. Best of all, Drift makes it easy to swap out scents, allowing you to explore new fragrances and keep those unusual apartment smells at bay. 

What is That Weird Apartment Smell, Anyway? 

Imagine walking through the front door of your apartment, only to be met with the stench of an appalling smell, seemingly with no apparent source. As you lock the door behind you, your nose leads you throughout your apartment and to the conclusion that it’s not so much the stink that matters, but your ability to mask or remove it in short order. Yet your mind still wonders: What is that weird smell? 

Your first order of business is likely to check all the areas in your home that could be the culprit. For example, you might open the refrigerator or trash can lid to see if anything’s rotting away, or sniff hesitantly in the laundry room to see if your gym socks have taken on a life of their own. If you have a pet, ruling them out can also leave you with the only logical conclusion: it’s got to be your neighbors. 

The unfortunate truth is that the smell of one apartment can easily seep into another, especially if they share the same HVAC system or interior walls. Odors can also linger in the carpet, a remnant of past tenants who may not have had the best cleaning habits. No matter how clean you keep your apartment, it can still smell to high heaven—often at the worst moments. 

Real Science in Action: How the Best Home Diffusers Work

Thankfully, there’s a quick and easy solution that leverages science to eliminate that unpleasant apartment smell: a home diffuser. These handy gadgets utilize ultrasonic or nebulizing technology to disperse essential oil molecules into the air, neutralizing odors rather than simply masking them. Many diffusers run on timers, allowing you the freedom to do other things around the house while enjoying the benefits of cleaner, better-smelling air. 

How This Home Diffuser Changed My Vibe in Minutes

When it comes to purchasing scented products for your home, I recommend Drift’s Home Scent Diffuser to neutralize bad odors. These premium diffusers feature three customizable scent levels, allowing you to infuse your chosen scents at the desired level. The plug also rotates so you can fit it to every outlet orientation without fear of spilling the contents. 

Our Home Scent Diffuser accepts several refill scents, ranging from our lineup of mainstay scents to the Home Scent of the Month. When you’re ready to switch scents, simply lift the magnetic cover, gently remove the old scent cartridge, and snap in the new one. Drift’s Home Scent Diffuser features clean ingredients, making it safe for kids and pets, too. 

Other Scent Methods You Can Use to Combat Apartment Smell

The Drift Home Scent Diffuser serves as your primary defense against unpleasant apartment smells, especially when deployed in numbers. However, Drift also offers our premier scents in several other innovative products, including our Room Spray, Scented Candle, and Reed Diffuser. Explore your options below, and don’t forget to subscribe to our Home Scent of the Month Club for exclusive scents delivered directly to your door. 

Drift’s Every Room Spray

Are the odors in your apartment typically strongest in certain rooms? Use our alcohol-free Room Spray to concentrate your preferred scent, applying a few spritzes around your apartment for added fragrance. This water-based mist can be used as a room deodorizer, linen spray, or fabric refresher, and it’s also safe around pets. 

Luxe Scented Candles

A luxury Scented Candle can make all the difference when it comes to infusing your apartment with pleasant scents, both passively and when lit. Drift’s premium 10-ounce candle emits passive scent for up to 60 days and features a 45-hour burn time. Clean fragrance oils blended with soy and coconut wax, along with a cotton core wick, make this an eco-friendly candle to burn—just be sure to check with your apartment manager before lighting it, as they may not be permitted. 

Oversized—But Not Overwhelming—Reed Diffuser

If you’re someone who prefers a passive infusion method, Drift’s Reed Diffuser lasts for up to 60 days, complete with an oversized reed that features a high absorbency rate. When it’s time to renew your preferred scent, simply flip the reed. This low-maintenance solution to a smelly apartment comes in several signature Drift scents and easily blends into almost any decor. 

Evict Apartment Smells for Good With Premium Home Products

Give weird apartment smells the boot with any one of Drift’s premium home products designed with your enjoyment and comfort in mind. If you’re unsure where to start, take our Home Scent Quiz for expert recommendations on the best scents that suit your preferences. Check out our Home Scent of the Month Club and don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to receive exclusive notifications about our latest releases and limited-edition product drops.