Baking soda: 10 ingenious tips to replace your household products

Eco-friendly, economical, and incredibly effective, baking soda deserves a special place in your cleaning routine. Forget expensive chemicals: this white powder can replace a large portion of your household cleaning products.

A miracle product at your fingertips

Every week, cleaning bottles pile up under the sink, labels multiply, and the bill mounts. Yet, there’s a simple solution: baking soda. This natural powder, often forgotten at the bottom of a cupboard, is a real gem for household cleaning.

Used for generations, it’s making a strong comeback in environmentally conscious homes… and those looking to save money. Here are 10 smart uses to adopt today.

1. Deodorize fridge, trash can and cupboards

Bicarbonate neutralizes odors at the source, without masking them.

How to use it:

Place a bowl of bicarbonate of soda in the fridge (renew every 3 months).
Sprinkle it in the bottom of the trash can or compost bin.
Place a small open container in damp or shoe cupboards.

Tip: Add a few drops of essential oil for a fresh scent.

2. Maintain and unblock pipes

In combination with white vinegar, bicarbonate provides natural and effective cleaning.

Instructions for use:

Pour 100g of bicarbonate down the drain.
Add 20 cl of white vinegar.
Leave on for 30 to 60 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

As a preventative measure: repeat the operation every week.

3. Clean kitchen and bathroom surfaces

With its slight abrasiveness, it cleans without scratching and eliminates bacteria.

Instructions for use:

Mix 3 tablespoons with a little water to form a paste.
Apply to surfaces to be cleaned.
Rub and rinse with clean water.

Tip: Ideal for dirty tile joints.

4. Remove burnt pans and dishes

Say goodbye to burnt funds with this simple method.

How to do it:

Sprinkle the bottom generously with baking soda.
Add hot water, leave for 1 hour or overnight.
Rub and rinse.

Bonus: add a little white vinegar for extra foaming action.

5. Shine stainless steel and faucets

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