How is Kerosene Deodorized?
Kerosene may not have the popularity around the home that it once enjoyed, but there are still enough household uses that the strong odor can cause some problems. Here are some tips on how to go about deodorizing kerosene for various uses around the house. One of the oldest methods of creating deodorized kerosene is by using paraffin. Paraffin oil has the ability to cut the smell of kerosene, making it almost odorless. While the amount of paraffin oil varies from one folklore recipe to the next, most recommend cutting the kerosene with one part paraffin oil to two parts kerosene. Many people also believe that this combination will result in kerosene that will burn brighter in an oil lamp. If there is no paraffin available, the idea of using common rubbing alcohol is an option. Rubbing alcohol is actually isopropyl alcohol, and can be obtained at most discount retail stores. If the kerosene is destined for use in a camping lamp or heater, adding in one ounce of rubbing alcohol is unders
