Professional Cigarette Smoke Odour Removal Services

How does thirdhand smoke damage a property?

Smoking indoors can leave unsightly stains and discolouration on various surfaces due to the tar and chemicals present in thirdhand smoke. These stains can become increasingly difficult to remove over time and may require extensive cleaning, repainting, or even the replacement of affected areas to fully restore the property.

Thirdhand smoke residues can be challenging to remove as they settle on walls, ceilings, furniture, and fabrics, embedding deeply into porous materials. The longer these residues remain, the harder it becomes to eliminate them.

Deep cleaning, steam cleaning, and industrial solutions are effective techniques in eradicating odours but may be time-consuming and costly. Regular household cleaning products may not be enough to remove stubborn stains, but professional cleaning services can tackle thirdhand smoke efficiently.

Why you should not try to remove thirdhand smoke yourself

While it is possible to clean and remove smoke residue from surfaces with some effort, eliminating the persistent odours associated with cigarette smoke requires professional intervention.

This is because smoke particles are incredibly tiny, smaller than red blood cells, which enables them to be absorbed and penetrated by a wide range of surfaces, including hard surfaces like tables.

Replacing carpets or stained wallpaper will not completely eradicate the odour, instead temporarily masking it. Thirdhand smoke can still linger within the structure and materials of the property, continuing to emit odours over time. To eliminate deep-rooted smoke odours, the expertise of professional cleaning services becomes essential.

It may be necessary to dispose of objects that have absorbed significant amounts of smoke particles and are resistant to traditional cleaning methods. However, this step alone will not eliminate the odour.

We cover all areas in the Folkestone and Hythe districts in Kent, including:

• Brenzett
• Brookland
• Burmash
• Dymchurch
• Elham
• Elmstead
• Etchinghill
• Greatstone
• Hawkinge
• Hythe
• Lydd
• Lyminge
• Lympne
• Newchurch
• Newingreen
• New Romney
• Rhodes Minnis
• Sandgate
• Snargate
• St Mary's Bay

How you can reduce the smell of thirdhand smoke

Eliminating thirdhand smoke on your own may not be possible, but there are measures you can take to reduce the odours until professional help arrives. These methods can assist in reducing the odours without incurring significant expenses:

• Open doors and windows to allow fresh air to enter the space and improve the overall air quality in the affected area.
• Place fans strategically in the affected rooms to increase air circulation and remove stagnant air. The movement of air can disperse odours and improve ventilation.
• Have your clothes professionally cleaned if they have absorbed smoke odours. Dry cleaning services or specialised odour removal treatments offered by professional cleaners can effectively clean smoke-affected garments.
• Dispose of smoke-damaged objects, such as heavily affected upholstery, curtains, or carpets, that cleaning cannot eliminate the smell.
• Use an air purifier with a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter to remove smoke particles from the air and reduce odours.

Although some professional cleaning companies may use ozone generators as part of their smoke removal process, do not use ozone generators without qualifications and supervision. Ozone is a reactive gas that can be harmful when used incorrectly. Professional cleaning companies have the expertise to use ozone generators safely and effectively.

Give us a call

Either call us at 0208 066 0360 or email us at enquiries@icecleaning.co.uk today to find out more about our cleaning solutions for customers in Folkestone.