Ingredients
- Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)
- Water, for making a cleaning paste
- A soft cloth or non-scratch sponge
- A small bowl or cup for mixing
- A stable, open container for deodorizing
- A clean, dry cloth for wiping and drying
- Optional: gloves, especially if you have sensitive skin
Instructions
- For deodorizing, place a small amount of baking soda in an open, stable container near the source of the odor.
- For scrubbing, mix baking soda with just enough water to make a paste. Apply gently with a soft cloth or sponge, then rinse and dry.
- Freshen a refrigerator by pouring baking soda into a small, open container and placing it inside.
- Deodorize a rubbish bin by sprinkling a little baking soda into the clean, dry bottom of the bin before fitting a fresh liner.
- Reduce odors in footwear by placing a small amount of baking soda inside an old clean sock or pouch and leaving it in shoes.
- Freshen a sink or washable basin by sprinkling a small amount of baking soda onto a damp, non-scratch sponge, rubbing gently, and rinsing thoroughly.
- Clean a stained mug by making a loose paste with baking soda and water, rubbing gently with a sponge, and rinsing well.
- Remove light residue from a washable countertop by applying a small amount of baking soda paste with a soft cloth, wiping gently, rinsing, and drying.
- Freshen a lunch box by washing it first, then wiping it with a mild baking soda solution and rinsing completely.
- Clean the inside of a microwave using a mild solution of baking soda and water with a damp cloth, then wipe with clean water.
Notes
Always start with the mildest method and check care instructions for specific materials before use. Baking soda is not a disinfectant, so use appropriate cleaning products for sanitizing.
