Is it possible to get a funky smell out of old furniture?

Is it possible to get a funky smell out of old furniture?
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if the odor is caused by bacteria, febreeze or just plain alcohol in a spray bottle will probably help. lysol is also a very good disinfectant. give the furniture a serious beating outdoors to remove the dust (wear a mask!) and spray, and wait.
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