Stinky passions lead to arguments in American households

Six in 10 Americans say a recurring smell in the home has caused an argument or awkward conversation.

According to a new survey of 2,000 Americans who live with a partner, roommate or family member, 58% said they’ve had arguments over recurring smells in shared spaces with culprits ranging from trash smells to post-gym stink and pet odors.

Other stinky passions like hobby-related fumes or storing fishing gear were also common sources of disharmony.

The survey conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Lysol Air Sanitizer, which kills 99.9% of odor-causing bacteria in the air*, revealed consumers’ approach to tackling bad odors in the home, especially when correlated or rooted in a loved one’s passions and habits.