Well after a couple more expensive models (vacuums)

[beac]

9. Hey, really late to this party but I recently

discovered a way to get that nice smell without the powders.

Does your vacuum have a little squishy foam filter underneath the removable canister? Is the filter itself removable (for cleaning)? If so, do be sure to remove it and wash it with soap and water every few times you use it. Let it air dry completely before replacing it (I put mine in the sun.)

Now, here's the trick....

Because I am constantly sucking up dog and cat hair, the smell of the vacuum was a little "animally" to say the least. So, I wondered if sprinkling some essential oil on the foam would help. I started with a tiny amount of lemongrass essential oil. Sure enough, the room filled with a nice scent as I vacuumed.

I've been using a bit more now (8-10 drops maybe?) and not only does the house smell nice after I am done but the filter seems to wash out cleaner now.