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If even a small amount of fuel oil is spilled in a home, the odor lingers. Some sprays or powders are recommended to absorb this odor. Two brands (and there may be more) are:
"Neu-troda" made by Tankit Co., Union, N. J. "Odor-Neutralizer" Contact a fuel oil dealer who may carry it or know where to get such a product in your area. Some dealers get it through their wholesaler.
If spilled on a cement floor, spread an absorbent product like "Kitty Litter" or "All-Dri" 1 to 2 inches deep on oil stain. Leave till oil soaks up to the top. Sweep up, and put on thinner layer; leave a couple of days and sweep up. This should blot oil out of cement. If odor still remains, sprinkle an odor-removing powder (brands suggested above or other) lightly over area and leave 2-3 days before removing.
This article was written by Anne Field, Extension Specialist, Emeritus, with references from Mary Ellen Delsipee, and Isabel Jones, previous Extension specialists.
MSU 2003
"Neu-troda" made by Tankit Co., Union, N. J. "Odor-Neutralizer" Contact a fuel oil dealer who may carry it or know where to get such a product in your area. Some dealers get it through their wholesaler.
If spilled on a cement floor, spread an absorbent product like "Kitty Litter" or "All-Dri" 1 to 2 inches deep on oil stain. Leave till oil soaks up to the top. Sweep up, and put on thinner layer; leave a couple of days and sweep up. This should blot oil out of cement. If odor still remains, sprinkle an odor-removing powder (brands suggested above or other) lightly over area and leave 2-3 days before removing.
This article was written by Anne Field, Extension Specialist, Emeritus, with references from Mary Ellen Delsipee, and Isabel Jones, previous Extension specialists.
MSU 2003