To despise plug in air fresheners

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SkeletonTree · 21/10/2024 19:09

currently in a battle with DH over plug in air fresheners. He loves them and buys loads. I cannot stand them, I find the smell artificial and sickly. I find them very over powering and generally unpleasant. He keeps turning them on and I sneak them off again when he’s not looking 😂 He then turns it back on again!

I have ADHD with autistic traits and find certain smells overpowering, especially when I’m eating. I’d much rather the smell of a nice candle or clean washing etc. AIBU to hate them?

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AgreeableDragon · 21/10/2024 20:27

Nasty toxic things. If my DH did this is be moving out (luckily he agrees with me that they are the invention of the devil).

Skyrainlight · 21/10/2024 19:58

They are hideous air pollutants, there is no way I would have one in my house.

wiesowarum · 21/10/2024 19:39

I hate the plug in scents.
I don't mind a subtle scented reed diffuser though, but I also like lots of fresh air.
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SoNiceToComeHomeTo · 21/10/2024 19:36

Horrible things. They make me cough.

Baby3or · 21/10/2024 19:33

Hate hate hate

dottydoglover · 21/10/2024 19:29

I'm a big fan and currently have pumpkin spice latte on the go ! I just switch off when it gets overpowering .. covers up the old dog smell a treat !

MrsTerryPratchett · 21/10/2024 19:27

I couldn't live with them. And I'd have to tell DH that. It would literally be me or them. Also ADHD!

Unless your DH hates you, just why?

Qncts · 21/10/2024 19:26

Can you get him an essential oil diffuser and some essential oils you like the smell of? Much less toxic and disgusting.

WYorkshireRose · 21/10/2024 19:25

I don't trust them after I realised that the horrendous migraines I was getting were down to them. Throw them out.

Goatblu · 21/10/2024 19:22

We moved house a couple of weeks ago and even after a thorough clean, I can still smell the sickly sweet pong when I first walk in that the former owner had wafting about. It's vile.

BadPeopleFan · 21/10/2024 19:17

I love them however if DH couldn't stand them I wouldn't be using them anymore.
It's your home too and I think your DH is being an arse using something that makes you feel horrible.

Fizzadora · 21/10/2024 19:15

Throw them out. They are disgusting. The only thing I have ever tolerated is Neutradol block. B&M don't sell them but found some in Waitrose a couple of weeks ago. Stuck one in the shoe cupboard.

StripeyDeckchair · 21/10/2024 19:12

I hate all air fresheners/sprays etc - if there's a smell then open the windows for while.

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