Cleaning Tips using Baking Soda

Below is a list of the unique uses of baking soda. It’s environmentally safe and economical, costing only pennies per use.

1. Carpet Deodorizer. Sprinkle on dry carpet and let sit for 15 minutes before vacuuming it up.
2. Sponge dirt and scuff marks off doors, wall, counter tops.
3. Use in kitchen to clean and deodorize without scratching services.
4. Remove stains from tea and coffee pots and mugs.
5. For burnt on foods: Dampen area with burnt on foods then sprinkle on baking soda, allow to sit overnight, wipe clean.
6. Cleans and deodorize stainless steel sinks.
7. Make a baking soda solution with water and clean plastic storage containers, soak overnight to remove stubborn odors.
8. Sprinkle in dishwasher, garbage and garbage disposal to remove odors. (Run dishwasher as usual.)
9. Place an open box in the freezer and refrigerator to keep odor free.
10. Upholster – pet and children spills. Clean affected area with club soda. Allow area to dry well. Sprikle on baking soda and allow to sit 15 minutes before vacuuming.
11. Place an open box of baking soda in hamper and diaper disposal, sprinkle in sneakers to absorb odors.
12. Remove crayon marks from walls and painted furniture easily, sprinkle on damp sponge and scrub gently to avoid damaging paint or wallpaper. Wipe clean.
13. In the laundry: Add 1/2 c baking soda to regular liquid detergent to whiten socks and dirty clothes. Removes odors from sportswear, towels and sheets, add 1/2 c baking soda to regular laundry detergent.