We use K1 kerosene and have never had a problem with smell. We always keep the wick trimmed and never raise it up so much that it smokes.

I believe there are some special lamp oils, but have never tried them.

FYI, Lehman's Hardware in Kidron Ohio sells a full line of "Non-Electric" goods to the public, including their prime customer base the Amish. Also, the is Cumberland Store, similar but as memory recalls a little more modern. There is one more I think it is called "Jade Mountain" something or other, I will have to look for their catalog.

We have general name for the "old ways/stuff",...... Pioneer Tools, and have a full compliment of it here and in our camp/BOT gear. Bow saws, axes, rope, knives, wash board, E-tool (Army), oil lanterns (including the venerable Alladdin, and Dietz), trapping (leg holds, connabears), Compound bow/broadheads/airrifle (silent hunting), machettes, etc,.....AND a full line of the old Foxfire books, just incase I forget how to butcher a hog/deer or anything else "old ways". Doesnt hurt to find a full collection of early Mother Earth News (those are in the attic).

Ironwood

I've heard that 1-K (or K-1) kerosene doesn't smell, and is ultra low in sulfur and nitrogen. You can also buy special fragrances to add to kerosene.

Or reduced-odor mineral oil.

Any lantern that uses a mantel should burn odorless and without soot.

Keep your wicks trimmed.

Sue