DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am wondering if it is considered polite to leave a spray can of air freshener in the guest bathroom to be used at the guest’s discretion. If so, where should the can be placed?
I’ve tried placing it on the floor near the toilet, but guests don’t seem to take the hint. What does Miss Manners suggest?
GENTLE READER: That you get better-smelling guests.
Leaving air freshener in an attractive container in plain sight is all that you can reasonably do. If the results are not to your satisfaction, Miss Manners suggests that you discreetly follow up after your guests have left.
(Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www.missmanners.com; to her email, dearmissmanners@gmail.com; or through postal mail to Miss Manners, Andrews McMeel Syndication, 1130 Walnut St., Kansas City, MO 64106.)