The kitchen is the heart of the home. Its also where strong smells build up. Between nights dinner the trash can and hard-working appliances it’s normal for the air to lose its freshness.

The best part? You don’t need chemical air fresheners. With these 5 natural and budget-friendly tricks you will get rid of kitchen smells at the root using things you already have in your pantry.

1. The Ice and Lemon Trick for a Fresh Garbage Disposal

Garbage disposals trap food bits that start to smell over time. To clean and deodorize it do this:

• What to do: Put a handful of ice cubes and half a cup of salt down the disposal then run it with cold water. The ice and salt will scrub away residue.

• The final touch: Add a lemon peels and grind them up. The lemons scent will make your kitchen smell fresh.

2. White Vinegar: The Microwave Superhero

Did you heat up fish or a garlicky sauce. Now the smell won’t leave your microwave? Let the steam clean it.

• The method: Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a microwave- bowl.

• How to apply it: Microwave on high for 3 to 5 minutes or until the water boils and the window gets steamy. Turn it off. Keep the door closed for 10 minutes. The vinegar steam will loosen grease. Get rid of the smell. Then wipe it clean with a cloth.

3. Coffee Grounds to “Reset” Your Refrigerator

Refrigerators. Mix food smells. While baking soda works coffee is great for getting rid of odors.

• How to use it: Put coffee grounds on a small plate or in an open jar inside the fridge. You can use coffee grounds as long as they are dry.

• Why it works: Coffee absorbs smells and leaves a subtle coffee aroma. Replace them once a month.

4. Cinnamon and Vanilla Simmer Pot (For after-frying odors)

Cooking fish, cauliflower or fried foods can leave a smell in the air. This trick will freshen your home in minutes.

• The recipe: In a pot bring water to a simmer with two cinnamon sticks and a few drops of vanilla extract.

• The trick: Let it simmer on low heat for 15 to 20 minutes. The scented steam will freshen up your kitchen and living room.

5. The Power of Baking Soda, at the Bottom of the Trash Can

Even if you change your trash bag daily the bottom of the bin can trap moisture and bacteria leading to a smell.

• The solution: Clean the bin and before putting in a bag sprinkle a generous layer of baking soda at the bottom. The baking soda will absorb leaks. Neutralize acidic odors.

Pro Tip: Add a drops of tea tree or lavender essential oil to the baking soda for extra disinfection and a pleasant scent.