{"id":412865,"date":"2022-03-06T23:00:17","date_gmt":"2022-03-06T20:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/what-does-sf-mean-and-how-do-you-use-it\/"},"modified":"2022-03-06T23:00:17","modified_gmt":"2022-03-06T20:00:17","slug":"what-does-sf-mean-and-how-do-you-use-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-does-sf-mean-and-how-do-you-use-it\/","title":{"rendered":"#What Does \u201cSF\u201d Mean, and How Do You Use It?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2739082e1f0\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2739082e1f0\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-does-sf-mean-and-how-do-you-use-it\/#%E2%80%9CWhat_Does_%E2%80%9CSF%E2%80%9D_Mean_and_How_Do_You_Use_It%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;What Does \u201cSF\u201d Mean, and How Do You Use It?&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-does-sf-mean-and-how-do-you-use-it\/#Smoke-Free\" >Smoke-Free<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-does-sf-mean-and-how-do-you-use-it\/#The_History_of_SF\" >The History of SF<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-does-sf-mean-and-how-do-you-use-it\/#The_Smoking_Smell\" >The Smoking Smell<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-does-sf-mean-and-how-do-you-use-it\/#How_to_Use_SF\" >How to Use SF<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CWhat_Does_%E2%80%9CSF%E2%80%9D_Mean_and_How_Do_You_Use_It%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;What Does \u201cSF\u201d Mean, and How Do You Use It?&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<div>\n<!-- UNCACHED CONTENT --><\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage size-full wp-image-783216\" data-pagespeed-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/no_smoke_hero.jpg?width=398&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1 400w, https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/no_smoke_hero.jpg?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, 400w, 1200w\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/no_smoke_hero.jpg?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"A crossed-out cigarette smoking over an ashtray.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/person-suit-counting-money-smoking-cigarette-1436678987\">Motortion Films\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Unless you\u2019re willing to spend hours scrubbing the smell out of a used couch, look for products that are SF. Here\u2019s what this acronym means and how to use it.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smoke-Free\"><\/span>Smoke-Free<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>SF means \u201csmoke-free.\u201d Online sellers use it in product listings to describe an item with no exposure to cigarette smoke, which is an important factor for a thing holding its value. Since the smell of cigarettes is so strong and <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lifesavvy.com\/34789\/burnt-your-food-heres-how-to-clear-the-smell-out-of-your-kitchen\/\">difficult to remove<\/a>, many buyers will actively avoid products that have a tobacco smoke scent. Furthermore, some products might have noticeable cigarette burns or marks caused by ash.<\/p>\n<p>You can use SF for a wide variety of products, including garments, furniture, linens, and toys. If you\u2019re a seller in a smoking household, it\u2019s essential to disclose to potential buyers that your products may have a noticeable cigarette smell. Otherwise, that could lead to bad reviews and a hit on your reputation as a reseller. SF is commonly combined with PF or \u201cpet-free\u201d to form the acronym SFPF or \u201csmoke-free pet-free.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>You might also see SF on property websites. Short-term stays like hotels and AirBnBs will describe their properties as \u201csmoke-free,\u201d which means you\u2019re not allowed to smoke cigarettes on the premises. Long-term stays will often specify that they\u2019re looking for tenants that do not smoke.<\/p>\n<p>There are a few alternative definitions to SF and similar acronyms that you should watch out for. SF can mean \u201cstop flirting,\u201d which you say to someone who might be coming on too strongly in online chats. SF can also mean the city of San Francisco, which is a bustling metropolis in California. Lastly, you might confuse \u201cSFPF\u201d for \u201cSPF\u201d or sun-protection factor, a term that refers to the strength of the formulation in sunblock.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_History_of_SF\"><\/span>The History of SF<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The desire to avoid products that smell like cigarettes has been around for a long time. The practice of specifying an aversion to smoking has been in real estate for a while. When landlords or renters are looking for tenants, it\u2019s common to see people preferring a non-smoker roommate. They might also describe their property as smoke-free.<\/p>\n<p>However, the actual acronym \u201cSF\u201d is relatively recent, coinciding with the rise of PF or pet-free. The first definition for SFPF on the online slang repository <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.urbandictionary.com\/define.php?term=sfpf\">Urban Dictionary<\/a> is from 2018 and describes it as \u201ccoming from a smoke-free \/ pet-free home.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Smoking_Smell\"><\/span>The Smoking Smell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-783214\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/woman_holding_nose.jpg?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"A woman holding her nose.\" width=\"650\" height=\"366\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/woman-covering-her-nose-bad-smell-1542440531\">Andrey_Popov\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The stench of smoke tends to stick very strongly on a wide array of materials and can be extremely difficult to remove, even after a deep cleaning. That\u2019s why many people have an aversion to products from a smoker\u2019s home. Even if a product is entirely unused and stored in a closet, the smell of smoke could still reach and stick to them.<\/p>\n<p>The smell can be tough to remove for fixtures that tend to sit around a house with cigarette smoke. <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lifesavvy.com\/389\/how-to-clean-your-upholstered-furniture\/\">Upholstered products<\/a> such as couches, ottomans, and recliners can have cigarette smells stick on them for months, even when you air them out. The same is true for rugs, carpets, and draperies, such as window curtains and room separators. These products might require thorough deep cleaning.<\/p>\n<p>Virtually anything made from fabric can retain the smell of smoke. That includes garments like <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lifesavvy.com\/2429\/dress-code-guide-what-does-casual-mean\/\">shirts, pants, shoes, and dresses<\/a>. Even a material that\u2019s otherwise resistant to external elements, like denim, leather, or canvas, can absorb the smell of smoke when exposed for an extended period and may require special care to get it to a resalable state. If someone smokes in the bedrooms, it also heavily affects linens like bed sheets and pillowcases.<\/p>\n<p>If you are in a smoking home and you need to get some of your items to a resalable state, then there might be some options to remove the smell of smoke. Websites like <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Get-Rid-of-Smoke-Smell#:~:text=Sprinkle%20baking%20soda%20on%20smelly%20surfaces%20to%20soak%20up%20the%20odor.&amp;text=Let%20it%20sit%20for%20a,around%20your%20home%20or%20car.\">Wikihow<\/a> and <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruce.com\/remove-cigarette-cigar-smell-from-clothes-2147080\">The Spruce<\/a> have extensive guides on removing cigarette scents from specific materials. Some techniques include white vinegar, charcoal, and sunlight. You may also want to consult a nearby dry-cleaner or laundromat for advice.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_SF\"><\/span>How to Use SF<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To use SF, add the acronym to the de<a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">script<\/a>ion of your product. Alternatively, you can use SFPF if your location is also pet-free. Here are a few examples of SF in action:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cSelling a 2-year-old PU leather, brown couch, completely SF. Good condition.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>\u201cAnyone interested in buying this hoodie I got on tour? NWT, SF \/ PF.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>\u201cLooking for a lightly used duvet, SFPF please.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Good luck, and happy shopping!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\n setTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s) } (window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n   fbq('init', '335401813750447');\n   fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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