How to Permanently Remove Smoke Odour from Your Home

The lingering smell of smoke after a fire or from long-term exposure to cigarettes can deeply embed itself into walls, furniture, carpets, and HVAC systems. Removing smoke odour isn’t as simple as airing out the house or using household cleaners—it requires specialised smoke odour removal techniques and products.

At Restoration Warehouse, we provide professional-grade smoke odour removal solutions to help restore your home to a fresh and odour-free environment. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the most effective methods to permanently eliminate smoke odours from your home.

Why Smoke Odour Lingers in Your Home

Smoke odours are persistent because they:

• Penetrate porous surfaces such as walls, carpets, and furniture
• Cling to ventilation systems, circulating throughout the home
• Settle into fabrics like curtains, upholstery, and clothing
• Leave behind residue and tar, requiring deep cleaning

Effective smoke odour removal involves neutralising and eliminating odour-causing particles, rather than just masking them.

Step-by-Step Guide to Removing Smoke Odour Permanently

1. Ventilate and Air Out the Space

• Open windows and doors to let fresh air circulate
• Use exhaust fans and ceiling fans to push smoke-laden air outside
• Consider using industrial air movers for maximum air circulation

While ventilation helps reduce the intensity of smoke odours, it won’t remove the smell entirely. Deep cleaning and odour neutralisation are essential.

2. Remove and Clean Smoke-Affected Items

• Dispose of heavily smoke-damaged items that cannot be salvaged
• Wash curtains, bedding, and removable upholstery covers in hot water with baking soda and vinegar
• Clean hard surfaces (walls, ceilings, furniture) with soot and smoke residue removers

At Restoration Warehouse, we stock professional soot and smoke cleaners designed to remove deep-seated smoke particles.

3. Deep Clean Walls, Ceilings, and Floors

Smoke particles settle into drywall, ceilings, and flooring. To effectively remove odours:

• Scrub walls and ceilings with an ammonia-free degreaser
• Use dry chemical sponges for soot and tar removal
• Mop and vacuum floors thoroughly to remove fine smoke particles

For painted surfaces, apply a smoke-sealing primer before repainting to trap and block smoke odours.

4. Use HEPA Vacuums for Soot and Residue Removal

• Standard vacuums won’t capture fine smoke particles—use a HEPA vacuum
• Vacuum carpets, upholstery, and air vents to remove residual smoke residue
• Use HEPA air scrubbers to capture airborne smoke odours

We supply industrial HEPA vacuums and air scrubbers, ideal for professional smoke odour removal.

5. Treat the Air with Odour Neutralisers

Airborne smoke odours require more than air fresheners—they need odour-eliminating treatments such as:

• Ozone generators – Break down smoke odour molecules
• Hydroxyl generators – Safe for occupied spaces, effective in odour neutralisation
• Thermal foggers – Penetrate deep into fabrics and walls to neutralise smoke particles

At Restoration Warehouse, we provide advanced odour removal solutions, including ozone machines and hydroxyl generators.

6. Clean and Replace HVAC Filters

Smoke particles travel through air conditioning and heating systems, leading to recirculation of smoke odours.

• Replace air filters to remove trapped smoke particles
• Clean air ducts and vents with a HEPA vacuum
• Use carbon-activated air purifiers to absorb remaining odours

We offer high-performance HVAC cleaning solutions to ensure complete air purification.

7. Seal and Repaint Walls and Ceilings

Even after deep cleaning, smoke odours can resurface. To prevent this:

• Apply an oil-based or shellac-based smoke-sealing primer
• Repaint with a high-quality, odour-blocking paint

This traps any lingering smoke particles, preventing further odour issues.

Best Smoke Odour Removal Products for Professionals and Homeowners

1. HEPA Air Scrubbers

• Removes airborne smoke particles and contaminants
• Improves indoor air quality during restoration
• Essential for fire damage cleanup

2. Ozone and Hydroxyl Generators

• Break down smoke odours at a molecular level
• Hydroxyl generators are safe for occupied spaces
• Ozone machines work best in unoccupied areas

3. Smoke Odour Neutralising Chemicals

• Soot and smoke degreasers for deep cleaning
• Thermal fogging solutions for long-term odour removal
• Activated charcoal air purifiers to absorb residual odours

4. HEPA Vacuums and Carbon Filters

• Trap and remove fine smoke residue from carpets, walls, and HVAC systems
• Recommended for post-fire restoration and long-term maintenance

Why Choose Restoration Warehouse for Smoke Odour Removal Products?

• Australia’s leading supplier of professional-grade restoration equipment
• Unbeatable prices on smoke odour removal solutions
• Fast and reliable shipping across Australia
• Expert advice to help you choose the right products

Conclusion

Permanently eliminating smoke odours requires more than just masking the smell—it involves deep cleaning, odour-neutralising technology, and proper air filtration. By following the right techniques and using professional-grade smoke odour removal products, you can restore your home to a clean, fresh, and smoke-free environment.

At Restoration Warehouse, we provide the best smoke odour removal equipment, chemicals, and supplies at unbeatable prices.

Call us today at 07 3568 4925 or email sales@restorationwarehouse.com.au to shop our full range of smoke odour removal products.