15 Brilliant Baking Soda Tricks Every Woman Should Know
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Freshen your fridge — Place an open bowl of baking soda inside to help absorb unpleasant odors.
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Deodorize carpets — Sprinkle a thin layer over the carpet, leave it for 15–30 minutes, then vacuum thoroughly.
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Clean kitchen sinks — Sprinkle baking soda over a damp sink, scrub gently with a sponge, and rinse.
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Remove coffee and tea stains — Make a paste with baking soda and a little water, gently rub the stain, then rinse.
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Freshen smelly shoes — Put a small amount of baking soda inside shoes overnight and shake it out before wearing them.
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Clean greasy cookware — Add baking soda and warm water to the pan and let it soak before scrubbing.
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Deodorize cutting boards — Sprinkle baking soda over the board, scrub, and rinse well.
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Brighten white laundry — Add about ½ cup of baking soda to a normal wash load to help freshen fabrics.
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Clean oven surfaces — Make a paste of baking soda and water, apply it to cool, greasy areas, leave it for several hours, then wipe away.
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Freshen trash cans — Sprinkle some baking soda in the bottom of a clean, dry bin to help control odors.
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Remove crayon marks — On suitable washable hard surfaces, use a damp cloth with a small amount of baking soda and rub gently. Test first.
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Clean stained mugs — Sprinkle baking soda into the mug, add a little water, and scrub gently with a sponge.
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Freshen upholstery — Lightly sprinkle baking soda over fabric upholstery, allow it to sit briefly, and vacuum thoroughly. Check the manufacturer’s care instructions first.
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Reduce drain odors — Pour baking soda into the drain followed by warm water. For stubborn blockages, use an appropriate commercial drain cleaner rather than mixing household chemicals.
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Give your dishwasher a fresh start — Sprinkle baking soda across the bottom of an empty dishwasher and run a suitable cleaning cycle.
A couple of important cautions: Baking soda is mildly abrasive, so avoid aggressive scrubbing on delicate finishes. And never mix baking soda with bleach, ammonia, or other household cleaners unless the product instructions specifically say it is safe.
