In today's video, we will tell you our top 12 ways to clean with baking soda, so you never spend on
expensive cleaning products again once you find out the power of this multitasking product.
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latest lifehacks. Have you ever tried cleaning with baking soda? It's not just for baking cakes.
A cheap box of baking soda, or bicarbonate of soda for some, can clean your entire home. It's
incredibly versatile and can be used as a mild abrasive, scouring agent and also a deodorizer.
Get ready to dissolve dirt, tackle odours, and cut through grime with our tips. Let's start by
answering the question "what is baking soda?" Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate,
is a leavening agent typically used to help baked goods rise. Think pancakes, cookies, muffins,
and more. If you don't have baking soda in your kitchen cupboards we would be pretty surprised.
If you are wondering where you can buy baking soda you can pick it up in your
local supermarket for about a pound. As the name suggests it's generally found in the baking aisle.
We love using baking soda for cleaning because it's a natural alternative to harsh
chemical cleaning products. Now, onto all the ways that you can use baking soda in your home,
starting with the bathroom. Tip number one is to replace your cream cleaner with bicarbonate
of soda. Use a sprinkle of bicarbonate of soda on the sponge to clean any surface you would
usually use a cream cleaner on. It'll work just as well to remove dirt and grime and it won't leave
you with that harsh chemical smell either. Finish with a microfiber cloth for an immaculate finish.
Tip two is to use baking soda to clean your hairbrushes and combs
your hair tools can retain a lot of oil and product buildup over time. Gross, I know. So,
ensure that they last a long time and remain in tip-top condition by giving them a good clean
every few months. Soak them in a mixture of one teaspoon of baking soda and two cups of warm water
for an hour then rinse and dry. Our next tip takes us on to ways to use baking soda in the kitchen.
Use baking soda to degrease your oven door. Ideally you want to avoid using chemical based
cleaners where you prepare food, which is why we like using this natural cleaner in the kitchen.
Cleaning the oven... ugh, it's a job we all hate to do, right? But it needn't be a
chore with bicarbonate of soda. This tried and tested method will leave your glass oven door
sparkling. Mix three parts bicarbonate of soda to one part warm water until it forms a paste,
then wipe the glass with a damp cloth and spread the baking soda paste on the greasy oven door.
Leave the paste for two to three hours so that it can work its magic.
You will know it's working if the paste starts to turn brown. Once the time has passed, you can wipe
the oven with a damp cloth or a sponge. For more cleaning tips head to our other video. Tip four is
to unblock your kitchen sink. Pour half a cup of baking soda down your sink, followed by two cups
of white vinegar. Watch as the bicarb reacts with the vinegar, creating a volcano-like froth. Leave
it to settle and it should dissolve and dislodge any built-up grime. If your sink needs extra help,
finish up by flushing the sink with a kettle full of boiling water. Another use for baking soda is
to remove stains from mugs. The crystals in baking soda can effectively remove stains in your mugs
and help them to return to their former glory. Just be prepared to put in some elbow grease.
Sprinkle the bicarb on a clean scourer sponge and get scrubbing. It should take around five to ten
minutes to lift those stains and reveal as good as new mug. Tip six is to keep your fridge fresh.
Did you know you can use baking soda to deodorize your smelly fridge? Bad smells
aren't just off-putting when you're looking for a midnight snack; they can ruin the taste
of surrounding food. So, keep a small bowl of bicarb in your fridge to help neutralize smells.
It works like a sponge to soak up any foul odours. Just remember to change it every month or so.
Tip number seven is to remove baked-on residue from pans. Even pan cleaning is more
straightforward with baking soda. First, shake a generous amount onto any dirty pans or roasting
tins. Next, add hot water, a squirt of your usual cleaning liquid, and let it sit for 20 minutes.
The baking soda will help dissolve any stubborn buildup making it easier to clean. Our eighth tip
is to descale a kettle. Limescale build-up can be such a pain to clean. Luckily, we have a dedicated
video explaining a few different ways to clean your kettle, so be sure to watch that next and
find out how it's done. The baking soda method is easy. Add two tablespoons of baking soda to
a kettle, fill it to the max line with water, and boil. Alternatively, you can sprinkle the powder
directly onto the limescale. Use a soft cloth to wipe the inside and rinse. For our next tip, let's
remove stains from Tupperware. Whether a leftover curry or spaghetti bolognese did the damage,
you can quickly revive your old Tupperware or plastic food containers. If yours are stained,
greasy, or smelly, soak them overnight in a bowl of hot water with a sprinkling of baking
soda and they will be spotless in no time. Now, let's clean the living room carpets with bicarb.
If your rugs and carpets need sprucing up, baking soda works a treat. Liberally sprinkle baking soda
onto your carpet and wait at least 15 minutes. Try to sweep up as much as you can, then vacuum
whatever is left. For the best results, leave the powder to settle overnight. Your carpet or rug
should look brighter and any nasty smells will vanish. What a great way to clean your carpet
naturally. It's certainly cheaper than hiring a carpet cleaning machine. Tip 11 is to clean
your sofa with baking soda. Your sofa can trap nasty odours especially if you have pets. Making
sure the fabric is dry sprinkle some baking soda onto your couch. Let it sit for 10 to 20 minutes,
before brushing it off and vacuuming the remaining powder. For our final cleaning hack let's look at
using baking soda in your laundry. Adding baking soda to your laundry load has a few benefits,
including brightening whites, removing odours, and softening fabrics. Add half a cup of baking
soda to your next load of laundry, along with the regular detergent. Use this hack
and see the results for yourself. It's especially powerful on shirts and polos. Those are all our
top 12 tips for cleaning with baking soda. We hope you found them helpful and, if you're still here,
let us know which methods you are going to try and be sure to come back and tell us how you
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