Removing tobacco odour

[thedistrictline]

Hello,

Anyone have with good tips on how to get rid? As I build out my sinar f2 system seems every lf photographer was a chain smoker back in the day

Its in the bellows, some plastic accessories etc

Cheers

 

[Ian Grant]

Stick it outside in a breeze, a light dusting with Fabrize fabric freshener spray, and it quickly dissipates, clean the plastic of any residues.

Ian

 

[thedistrictline]

Great!, thanks very much

 

[GreenNinja67]

Or start smoking, you'll be amazed!

 

[FishyFish]

Cigarette smoke adheres to surfaces. My experience has been that the only method that really gets rid of it completely is removing the residue. An isopropyl alcohol solution and a soft cloth is my go to for non-sensitive surfaces such as camera bodies and lens housings (I dont use it on the glass though).

Bellows might take some effort though!

 

[thedistrictline]

Great thanks! yeah thankfully its only the camera and non of the lenses, all should be safe!

 

[Mark Johnson]

I think fabrics are difficult to process. My car must have had a smoker in it, and whilst the smell is only detectable when you first get in, it is still there......

 

[Nod]

Cigarette smoke adheres to surfaces. My experience has been that the only method that really gets rid of it completely is removing the residue. An isopropyl alcohol solution and a soft cloth is my go to for non-sensitive surfaces such as camera bodies and lens housings (I dont use it on the glass though).

Bellows might take some effort though!

A beeswax based leather conditioner might reduce the smoke smell. Not sure I'd want IPA on old leather.

 

[lindsay]

I think fabrics are difficult to process. My car must have had a smoker in it, and whilst the smell is only detectable when you first get in, it is still there......

After an enforced medical break from the cigs for several weeks, it was the stink when I got back in my car that triggered me to give up smoking. I've been "clean" for exactly 20 years now.

 

[Nod]

I gave up when Benny 'edge'ogs (Benson & Hedges) went up the £2.50 in a budget. Gave the rest of the pack I had on the go to the apprentice and haven't had a ciggie since. Must be close to 37 years ago now but still, If I'm having a drink or 3, I could weaken!!!

 

[Barney]

Saddle soap for the bellows

 

[Peter B]

I used to have Neutradol gel round the house when I smoked. I've seen it recommended for neutralizing tobacco odours when placed in a poly bag or container along with the camera.

https://www.savers.co.uk/household/all-household/home-fragrance/gels-liquid-fresheners/neutradol-gel-original/p/50112

 

[Nikon photographer]

Try something like this for the leather bellows

Odour Remover for Leather - Refreshes Challenging Smells

Remove stubborn and challenging smells from leather, vinyl and fabric such as pet odours, urine, vomit and tobacco. Deodorises sofas, furniture, car seats and jackets.

buffaloleather.co.uk

 

[thedistrictline]

Thanks for all the tips guys!

 

[LongLensPhotography]

detergent or isopropyl alcohol. Maybe even one after another && multiple passes. It has to be decontaminated.