Ah, the allure of a summer day at the beach, where the sun kisses the sand, and the waves serenade your senses. It’s a canvas of relaxation, painted in hues of blue and gold.
The sun, a radiant orb in the sky, warms your skin as you set foot on the sandy shores. The rhythmic sounds of the ocean waves provide a soothing soundtrack to a day of leisure. You find your perfect spot, lay down a beach towel, and immerse yourself in the simple pleasure of absorbing the sun’s rays.
As the day unfolds, the irresistible aroma of seafood wafts through the air, beckoning you towards a culinary adventure. Seafood stalls line the boardwalk, offering a tantalizing array of oceanic delights. Grilled shrimp, buttery lobster, and crispy calamari become the stars of your beachside feast. Each bite is a celebration of summer, a symphony of flavors that dance on your taste buds.
With a satisfied belly and a heart full of contentment, a spontaneous decision takes you to the edge of the water, fishing rod in hand. The thrill of the catch and the camaraderie with fellow anglers add an adventurous twist to the day. You reel in your bounty, a sense of accomplishment accompanying each tug on the line.
The journey home, however, brings an unexpected challenge. The unmistakable scent of fish, a pungent reminder of your maritime escapade, clings persistently to your car. As you sit behind the wheel, the aromatic reminder begins to test the boundaries of your olfactory tolerance.
Windows down, air freshener on full blast, you navigate the roads with a mix of pride and annoyance. The scent, though a testament to the success of your fishing expedition, becomes a source of mild exasperation. You chuckle at the irony of bringing the essence of the sea home with you, but deep down, the annoyance adds a humorous touch to the day’s memories.
Seafood like fishes, crabs, prawns, or squid, is a tasty dish to many people. However, seafood contain a molecule call trimethylamine (TMA), which gives a strong “fishy” smell that can cling to your car for a long time. To remove the “fishy” seafood smell in your car, there are steps that you should follow:
Step 1: Isolate any component that has contacted with the seafood
First thing first, remove the seafood from the car, then bring any component of your car that has contacted with the seafood, such as: trunk liner, flooring… Then, spray those component with clean water and scrub with soapy water.
Step 2: Clean any component that cannot be removed from the car
Other components like your seat cannot be remove, therefore, you have to clean them in your car. Start by soaking up any residue seafood fluid. Then use specialized cleaning products that are safe with leather or fabric seat. Or you can use a natural solution which is vinegar mixed with baking soda and scrub your seat before drying. Remember to keep your windows open for better ventilation.
Step 3: Absorbing or masking the smell
There are many ways you can do to absorb the smell from your car:
- Put 2 oz of dried tea leaf with a few dried flowers in a cloth bag and put in your car.
- Instead, you can use a good amount of coffee, can be grounded or whole bean.
- Put a box of new baking soda in your car to absorb the smell
- Use activated charcoal or normal charcoal without charcoal starting fluid infusing.
Finally, if you’re in a hurry, you can mask the smell by using the car scent products, however, pay attention to the scent you choose, because some specific scent with even enhance the seafood smell and make it even worse.
