Sodium bicarbonate cleaning
Do's and Don'ts of Cleaning with Bicarbonate of Soda – Purdy & Figg
Written by Allie Williams
Bicarbonate of soda is extremely versatile and at Purdy & Figg, it is our number one hero ingredient for all things natural cleaning.
In 3500 BC, the Ancient Egyptians used sodium carbonate for everything from soap products, to assisting in drying and preserving their mummies, to oral care, and in antiseptics and as an insecticide.
Bicarb is edible, biodegradable, non-toxic, preservative-free, water soluble, odourless, an antacid, and has anti-limescale properties. It can be used as a mild abrasive, scouring agent and deodoriser to dissolve dirt, tackle odours and cut through grime.
The cleaning properties can come from its fizzing action when it comes into contact with an acid product such as vinegar and lemons and releases carbon dioxide.
DON'T
Use on its own as an Antibacterial
Bicarbonate of soda is ineffective against most bacteria including salmonella E. coli and staphylococcus.
Use on Aluminium
Use caution when applying bicarb to aluminium cookware, and avoid if possible. Allowing bicarb to sit on the surface for too long can cause it to oxidise and change colour.
Expect a Miracle Fix
As with all natural cleaning, bicarbonate works best as a little and often treatment. regular use will leave your home sparkling clean and chemical free.
DO
Use it to Deodorise
Bicarb is famous for its deodorising properties - there's a reason people say to put it in smelly shoes! Put a small bowl of bicarb with a few drops of lemon essential oil in a clean fridge to remove any lingering smells.
Use As a Gentle Cleaner To Wipe Things Down
Bicarb is a gentle abrasive, which means it breaks down molecules, cuts through grime and removes dirt. Make bicarb paste or solution with a small amount of water. Apply to a wet cloth and use to wipe down fridge interior, sinks or bin.
Clear Your Drains
Use 3 tbsp bicarb, a cup of boiling water and then a cup of vinegar to clear/clean a kitchen drain.
To Remove Mold on Hard to Reach Areas (Such as Grout)
Make a paste with washing up liquid and bicarb. Use an old toothbrush to apply, using the bristles to work into nooks and crannies. Leave for half an hour, and then wipe clean.
Clean Dirty Rugs and Carpets
Sprinkle baking soda on your carpet, wait at least 15 minutes then sweep as much of it as you can and vacuum as normal. For best results, leave to settle overnight. Your carpet or rug should look brighter and smell better.
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21 ways to clean with bicarbonate of soda
It's cheap, eco-friendly and it can help you out with all sorts of cleaning jobs — what's not to love about bicarbonate of soda? If you enjoy baking, you'll probably already have this household staple (also known as baking soda) tucked away in your cupboards somewhere.
We're no stranger to a spill or a stain here, and bicarb is often the first thing we reach for. Here are 21 cleaning problems you can solve with bicarbonate of soda, so make sure you stock up!
21 cleaning problems you can solve with bicarbonate of soda
1.
Stained and smelly plastic food containersLunchboxes and food containers are easily stained, especially if tomato is involved! To freshen your containers, wipe with a clean sponge sprinkled with bicarb. Or erase tough stains by soaking in a solution of 4tbsp of bicarb and a litre of warm water.
2. A foul-smelling fridge
Nothing's worse than opening the fridge and being hit with an unpleasant odour. A small pot of bicarb left in the fridge will absorb strong food smells so they don’t linger or affect the taste of nearby foods.
3. Unrinsed fruit and veggies
After a trip to the farmer's market, mix some bicarbonate of soda with water to remove dirt and the waxy coating from your produce.
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4. A filthy kitchen
Nearly every dirty spot in your kitchen can benefit from the bicarb treatment. Mixed with water, use it to clean countertops, stainless-steel sinks, microwaves, range cooker hoods and cooking utensils.
5. Extra greasy dishes and pans
Give baked-on food the heave-ho by boosting the power of your washing-up liquid with bicarb.
6. Stale-smelling sponges
Soak these kitchen staples in bicarb and water to freshen them up so you can use them for a little longer.
7. Musty upholstery and carpets
Deodorise the soft, cushy places around your house by sprinkling with bicarb, letting it sit for 15 minutes, then vacuum it up.
8. A smelly pet bed
The same goes for Fido's favourite spot! Sprinkle, wait 15 minutes and vacuum.
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9. Grimy toys
Fight the effects of your little ones' grubby hands naturally by wiping toys with a sponge dipped in a bicarbonate of soda and water solution.
10. A crayon-covered wall
When your kid’s artistic efforts end up all over that wall you just repainted, scrub lightly with a damp sponge sprinkled in bicarb.
11. Dusty stuffed toy
These cuddly dust-collectors will be easier to clean if you place them in a large plastic bag with 100g bicarbonate of soda – secure the top, take the bag outside, and shake well.
The bicarb helps draw out dust. After you remove them from the bag, vacuum any residue away.
12. Dingy laundry
Both whites and colours will come out of the washing machine brighter if you add 200g bicarb to your load. Combined with liquid detergent, it helps balance the pH levels to get clothes cleaner.
13. Mildew in your bathroom
Mildew has met its match! Scrub your tub, tiles, sink and shower curtain with a damp sponge and bicarb. Rinse to reveal gleaming surfaces.
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14. A clogged drain
Clear a stubborn drain by pouring down 125g of bicarb followed by 125ml vinegar. Cover with a wet cloth to contain the science fair-like effects (remember DIY volcanoes?). Wait five minutes, and then flush with hot water.
15. Smelly trainers
Freshen up after your spinning class by sprinkling some bicarb inside your shoes – and your gym bag, while you’re at it! Just tap it out before you use them again.
16.
Rubbish bin smellsPlace some bicarb in the bottom of your bin to fight odours.
17. An oil spill on your garage floor
Got an offending spot on your concrete? Sprinkle over a little bicarb and scrub with a wet brush to make it disappear.
18. A messy BBQ grill
Combat a summer’s worth of grime by sprinkling some bicarb on your grill-cleaning brush before you scrub your grill.
19. Dirty patio furnitureBefore you pull out your plastic garden chairs, give them a wipe-down with bicarb and water. And before you put them away at the end of the season, place bicarb inside the cushion pads’ storage bags to keep them fresh.
20. A dank linen closet
Just like in the fridge, an open box of bicarb placed near your sheets and towels can fight musty smells.
21. Dull jewellery
When your sterling silver stops shining, get rid of tarnish by making a paste (three parts bicarb to one part water). Apply it with a lint-free cloth (not a paper towel, which can scratch), and rinse.
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