By ERIN HUFFSTETLER
Baking soda is a real cleaning powerhouse around the home. It removes stains, sanitizes, deodorizes, polishes, cuts through grease and much more. The best part? It costs a fraction of the cleaners you buy at the store, and a single box can tackle more than one task.
If you’re ready to drop all of those chemical-filled cleaners and spruce up your house with natural and safe DIY cleaners, grab a box of baking soda and start scrubbing.
Cleaning the Kitchen and Bath
The first rooms that you will find baking soda useful in are the kitchen and bathroom. From a scouring powder to take care of mold, mildew, and stains to a drain or oven cleaner, this can be a great tool for your cleaning kit.
Cleaning Delicate Surfaces
Part of baking soda’s appeal as a natural cleaner is that it is a mild abrasive. In most instances, it will clean a surface without damage, and that is why it is a great choice for some of those more delicate surfaces around the house.
Test out any homemade cleaner on a small area before committing to clean these surfaces.
- Marble Cleaner: Marble is very delicate, and even a mild abrasive like baking soda can damage it.
- Copper and Brass Tarnish Remover: That same vinegar and baking soda combination that works so well on drains can be used as a paste to clean the copper and brass around your home. It’s easy and works like a charm.
Cleaning Your Car
Cleaners for your car can be a big waste of money, and you might already have everything needed in your home.
- Homemade Car Cleaners: Use baking soda to scrub your tires and clean your carpets. It’s a great trick to save money while detailing your precious ride.