Ingredients 15 to 20 drops of the essential oil of your choice 1 cup baking soda Directions Mix essential oil with baking soda. Let mixture sit overnight so the oil can be absorbed into the baking soda, then sprinkle on carpet before vacuuming. Share this content. facebooktwitterpinterestlinkedinredditemail Contributor The Taste for Life Staff The Taste for Life staff come from a wide variety of backgrounds and specialties. We believe learning is a life-long process, and love to share the knowledge we gain. Tags: cleaningDIYenvironment