A skunk encounter can make a regular evening into a surprisingly stubborn cleanup job. The smell can linger on fur, clothing, and other surfaces long after the animal has gone. However, before you reach for that pile of scented cleaners, there is a simple formula worth knowing. Colorado State University Extension's "Coping With Skunks" suggests using an alkaline hydrogen peroxide solution made with 1 quart of 3% hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of liquid soap. The recipe was first developed in 1993 by chemist Paul Krebaum and has since been adopted by extension offices nationwide, including Colorado State's.
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