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Ohhh, baking soda is one of the most versatile cleaning products we have. If I had a large quantity of baking soda, I would:
- Dissolve a cup into a full bucket of hot tap water and pour the mixture down the drain, to eliminate drain odors in sinks. Repeat for each drain: kitchen, bathroom, tub, washer drain, etc.
- Dissolve a cup into a full bucket of hot tap water and pour the mixture down the drain of a garbage disposal. Next dump several small ice cubes in, run the disposal; repeat the baking soda in hot water mix.
- Dump all cat litter boxes into one box and clean the empty boxes (Scrubbing Bubbles works well but rinse thoroughly and dry.) Add a layer of baking soda to the bottom, and re-fill with new litter or some previously-used-but-still-good litter. Add a spinkle of baking soda on the top of the litter. Baking soda is much safer for cats than deodorizing powders.
- Shake a box of baking soda across the carpet. Let sit about 15-30 minutes. Vacuum up. Freshens the carpet and gets rid of vacuum cleaner's bag odor.
- You can lightly sprinkle on pillows or cushions. Vacuum off after 30 minutes, or take outside and hit the pillows together to remove excess powder.
- Make a paste with baking soda and warm water. Apply around facets where they meet the sink. Use an old toothbrush to remove stains and gunk.
- Make a paste to use on bathroom grout and scrub with an old toothbrush.
- Put one full box (or a cup into a low tray) and put one in the freezer, and one in the fridge too. The baking soda captures bad odors.
- Scrub all waste baskets and garbage containers with hot water and baking soda. Rinse thoroughly; dry.
- Google "Milk Bath" and find a recipe. One needed ingredient is baking soda. Milk baths help soften skin and helps dry skin.
- Leave an open box in basement areas where odors collect.
- Leave an open box where shoes are stored or kicked off.
- Sprinkle into shoes; leave 15 minutes, and wipe out with a DRY rag. Best to do with sneakers.
- Put in with a load of laundry to make clothes smell fresher. Make sure the washer goes through a complete rinse cycle.
- After the laundry is finished, re-fill the washer with extra hot water. Dump in a cup of baking soda to "wash" the inside of the drum/tub. You'll be surprised at how much odor gets trapped in washing machines.
One interesting point about baking soda is that for cleaning purposes, it rarely "expires". It can be used easily, even if the soda got wet and has dried into a clump in the box. Just put the clump into a bucket of hot water and it will dissolve to be used to deodorize drains and garbage disposals.
What else can I help you with?
How can I safely dispose of muriatic acid using baking soda?
To safely dispose of muriatic acid using baking soda, slowly add baking soda to the acid in a well-ventilated area. Stir the mixture until it stops fizzing, then neutralize it with more baking soda if needed. Once neutralized, you can safely dispose of the mixture down the drain with plenty of water. Be sure to wear protective gear and follow proper safety precautions.
How can I safely dispose of baking soda down the drain?
To safely dispose of baking soda down the drain, mix it with vinegar to create a foaming reaction that can help clean the drain. Follow this with hot water to flush out the mixture. Avoid using too much baking soda as it can clog the drain.
Will baking soda harm an unborn baby?
Baking soda, used in usual quantity, can do no harm to unborn baby.
Will baking soda kill grass if applied to it?
Yes, baking soda can kill grass if applied to it in large amounts.
Can you use baking powder to make gravy?
No, since when used in quantity baking soda tastes foul. It should only be used sparingly as a leavener.
How much is the price of baking soda in the Philippines?
The price of baking soda in the Philippines can vary depending on the brand, quantity, and where you purchase it. On average, a small package of baking soda can cost around 10-20 Philippine pesos in local stores.
Is baking soda harmful in large amounts?
yes
Is there any substitution for baking soda in cookie recipe?
You can add some baking powder, but it's not an ideal substitute; baking powder is a mixture of bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) and cream of tartar. This means you need to add slightly more than is baking powder than the quantity suggested for baking soda; usually around 1/4 teaspoon on top of the quantity suggested for bicarb.
How much does baking soda cost?
The price of baking soda can vary depending on the brand, quantity, and location where it is purchased. On average, a standard-sized box of baking soda typically costs around $1 to $2 in most grocery stores.
How do you change baking soda to washing soda?
If you combine baking soda with an acid you can neutralize it and turn it into baking powder. If baking powder is unavailable, sometimes cooks will substitute baking soda and a proportional quantity of another acid, like lemon juice. But to paraphrase it, use 2 parts cream of tartar to 1 part baking soda
Are baking soda and eating soda same?
Baking soda and eating soda are not the same. Baking soda is an ingredient that is found in baking recipes.
Is baking soda magnetic?
is baking soda magnetic
