Quite possibly one of my favorite things to clean with is vinegar; it is non-toxic, environmentally friendly, and very economical. It also kills most mold, bacteria and germs. Which makes me very happy. So when I stumbled upon this article I figured it is worth sharing...another non-toxic, economical, and versatile cleaning agent!
40 Ways to Clean Using Baking Soda
1. Clean baby toys safely: dissolve 4 tablespoons baking soda in 1 quart water and use the solution to wipe down toys with a sponge, rinse, and dry.
2. Get bathroom floors sparkling: mix ½ cup baking soda in a bucket of warm water, mop, and rinse.
3. Deodorize trash cans: dust a bit of baking soda over the can every now and then, and then when you empty it, rinse the canister with 1 cup baking soda to 1 gallon water.
4. Deodorize drains: sprinkle ½ cup baking soda down the drain while running warm water.
5. Refresh carpets: shake a bit of baking soda over the carpet before you vacuum to get out any lingering stinkiness.
6. Clean tile floors: add ½ cup baking soda to a bucket of warm water, mop, rinse.
7. Clean walls and furniture: sprinkle a bit of baking soda onto a damp sponge and apply directly to walls and furniture—it even works to get out crayon stains!
8. Refresh sheets and towels: add ½ cup baking soda to the rinse cycle to help get linens extra clean and fluffy.
9. To deodorize post-spill: after you’ve cleaned a spill off your upholstery and the area is completely dry, sprinkle the spot with baking soda, let sit for 15 minutes, and vacuum to neutralize any odors.
10. Clean ashtrays: sprinkle baking soda on the bottom of an ashtray to get out the smoky smell.
11. Clean camping and fishing gear: wipe gear down with a solution of 4 tablespoons baking soda to 1 quart water.
12. Freshen up gym bags: just dust some baking soda directly on the bag to deodorize it.
13. Keep closets smelling good: leave a box open in a corner of your closet to mitigate lingering smells.
14. Make sure the recycling bin is fresh: sprinkle baking soda periodically over both the bin and its contents to drive away the stink.
15. Stave off refrigerator grossness: leave an open box in the fridge and swap it out monthly.
16. Clean countertops: apply baking soda to a clean damp sponge or cloth for wiping down food prep areas.
17. Clean produce: dust baking soda directly onto fresh fruits and veggies to get off lingering dirt. Scrub with a vegetable brush or clean sponge before rinsing.
18. Get silver sparkling: make a paste with 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water. Rub onto sterling or silver-plated flatware and dishes with a clean cloth, then rinse.
19. Get your microwave spic and span: apply baking soda to a clean damp sponge to wipe down the interior and exterior of your microwave.
20. Clean Tupperware: scrub down plastic containers with baking soda, and for stubborn stains, let them soak in a mixture of 4 tablespoons baking soda to 1 part water.
21. Clean the coffeemaker: give coffeemakers (and mugs) a thorough scrub with ¼ baking soda to 1 quart water.
22. Deodorize the dishwasher: sprinkle a handful of baking soda on the bottom of the machine to absorb food odors before your next load.
23. Clean sponges: to get out the musty smell, soak sponges in 4 tablespoons baking soda with 1 quart warm water.
24. Clean pots and pans: to help lift stubborn baked-on foods, shake on a hearty amount of baking soda, add dish detergent and hot water and let sit for 15 minutes before scrubbing.
25. Get dishes sparkling: add 2 big tablespoons of baking soda to your regular dish detergent to cut the grease and foods left on your tableware.
26. Remove tea stains on teapots: soak stained teapot in ¼ cup baking soda and 1 quart warm water overnight before washing.
27. Laundry booster: add a cup of baking soda to your laundry load to help brighten clothes.
28. Clean grills: for tough, greasy stains, scrubs grills with a wire brush and a paste made of 3 parts baking soda to 1 part warm water, then rinse well.
29. Get gunk and mildew off pool toys: use ¼ cup baking soda with 1 quart warm water and wipe down plastic and vinyl pool toys.
30. Clean patio furniture: before you store it for the season, scrub lawn chairs with baking soda and a wet sponge. You can also sprinkle baking soda underneath cushions every so often to keep them fresh.
31. Deodorize your dog: to keep Fido smelling fresh between baths, sprinkle fur with a bit of baking soda before brushing it through.
32. Remove grease and oil stains in the garage: dump some baking soda directly onto the spot and scrub with a wet brush.
33. Wash your car: mix ¼ cup baking soda in 1 quart warm water and use the solution to clean chrome, windows, tires, vinyl seats and floor mats without scratches.
34. Clean hairbrushes and combs: remove oil and produce buildup by letting brushes and combs soak in a sink full of warm water and 1 teaspoon baking soda. Rinse and let dry.
35. Refresh stinky sneakers: sprinkle baking soda inside the shoes to soak up sweat and odors.
36. Clean retainers and dentures: let them soak in a glass full of warm water and 2 teaspoons baking soda.
37. Clean stuffed animals: dust baking soda onto stuffed animals, let it sit for 15 minutes, then dust off.
38. As a shampoo booster: sprinkle a little baking soda into your palm along with your favorite shampoo to help get out residue from styling products.
39. Deodorize baby bottles: fill bottle with warm water and add 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Shake, rinse, and clean thoroughly.
40. Clean pet toys: scrub down plastic chew toys with 4 tablespoons baking soda to 1 quart warm water.
Sources: armandhammer.com; thefarm.org; thenewhomemaker.com
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