1. Use baking soda to clean the living room
– Clean the sofa:
To clean a fabric sofa with baking soda, you should first vacuum the entire cushion. Then, sprinkle baking soda evenly over the entire surface of the fabric sofa cushion and leave it for a day or a few hours. Finally, use a vacuum cleaner to remove all the baking soda.
You take a large bowl to mix the mixture in the ratio of 1 baking soda + 1 laundry detergent + 1 cup warm water + 4-5 parts vinegar, mix in the ratio of one part baking soda – one part laundry detergent (either type is fine). Then pour a cup of warm water and add 4-5 parts of vinegar, after mixing the solution will foam, then pour it into a spray bottle.
Then you spray it evenly on the sofa set for 5-10 seconds then use a towel or cotton pad to evenly blot the surface of the sofa. For stubborn stains, you can use your hands to scrub until clean and let it dry before use. This fabric sofa cleaner can be used on all types of fabrics except natural fibers.
– Clean the carpet
Method 1:
Step 1: Sprinkle baking soda on the stain on the carpet and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes, to allow the baking soda to penetrate deep into the stain.
Step 2: Use a vacuum cleaner to remove the dirt and powder from the carpet.
This method usually works best for new and non-spreading stains on the carpet.
Method 2:
Step 1: Mix baking soda and laundry detergent in appropriate amounts depending on the level of dirt to be cleaned.
Step 2: Add some warm water to the mixture and vinegar to create a solution. Pour this solution into a spray bottle.
Step 3: Spray the prepared solution onto the stain on the carpet and let the solution penetrate deep into the stain for 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 4: You can use a sponge or cloth to absorb the liquid, allowing the carpet to dry naturally. Note that you should not let the liquid penetrate deep into the carpet.
Method 3:
This method is usually applied to stubborn stains. You proceed as follows:
Step 1: Mix baking soda with vinegar, pour this mixture onto the stain on the carpet and let it sit for about 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 2: Place a clean cloth over the stain
Step 3: Plug in the iron and place the iron on the cloth, the heat transferred from the iron to the cloth will absorb the liquid, quickly removing the solution from the carpet.
2. Use baking soda to clean the kitchen
– Clean the cooking area
To clean stubborn stains on the cooking area, shelves, etc., mix baking soda with regular soap. This mixture has a much stronger cleaning power than many other chemicals, helping you remove all stains in the cooking area.
After cleaning the stains with baking soda and soap, you need to wipe them again with a damp cloth. You can rest assured that your kitchen utensils will not be corroded or damaged with this “miracle” mixture.
– Clean the stove
After using the stove, it will be filled with grease, food, causing both aesthetics and potential harmful bacteria. To clean them, sprinkle a little baking soda on the areas with dirt sticking to them. Then, pour a little white vinegar – another familiar cleaning ingredient that is often used in household cleaning.
After about 30 minutes, when the stains are no longer as stubborn as before, you can start scrubbing with clean water. This is a natural cleaning method, which helps the stove and your hands not be affected by chemicals.
– Clean the oven/microwave
Ovens and microwaves are not only places that are easily stained with dirt, grease, or leftover food, but they also often have an unpleasant smell. If left for a long time, the operation of the oven will be seriously affected.
To handle this situation, you can mix baking soda with white vinegar to create a thick mixture. Then, use a soft cloth to soak into the mixture just mixed to wipe off your oven, microwave and leave it for about 30 minutes. Finally, use a wet sponge to wipe it again. At this point, you will see that your oven and microwave are clean and look like new.
3. Use baking soda to clean the bathroom
– To help bathroom appliances and utensils become clean and shiny, you should sprinkle baking soda evenly on these utensils and use a brush to clean. For stains on the floor, you can use baking soda mixed with warm water to create a natural and effective cleaning solution.
– Rust stains on bathroom appliances and utensils are usually very stubborn. To clean them, you can mix vinegar with baking soda in a ratio of 2:1 and apply the mixture directly to the rusty area. Finally, simply use a towel or sponge to wipe it clean.