get rid of vomit smell

The trick is to tackle the protein mess first, then the stink. Blot up as much as possible, then flush the area with a 1:1 mix of warm water and white vinegar plus a drop of dish soap—don’t drown the underlay. Rinse with clean water, blot hard, then use an enzymatic cleaner (the pet-accident kind) to actually break down the whiffy bits. Once slightly damp, bury it in baking soda, leave overnight, then vacuum like you’re chasing a Bunnings sausage sizzle. For car interiors, spot-test first; use leather-safe cleaner on leather, and skip bleach or perfume sprays that just marinate the bouquet. Still whiffy? Park in the sun with windows cracked and set a bowl of activated charcoal or fresh coffee grounds inside, and repeat the enzyme step rather than steaming, which can set odours.