12 top baking soda hacks most don’t know.
12 Top Baking Soda Hacks
Deodorize Shoes Overnight
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of baking soda into each shoe. Let it sit overnight to absorb moisture and neutralize odor, then shake it out in the morning.
Pro tip: Mix in 2–3 drops of essential oil (like lavender or tea tree) for added freshness.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of baking soda into each shoe. Let it sit overnight to absorb moisture and neutralize odor, then shake it out in the morning.
Pro tip: Mix in 2–3 drops of essential oil (like lavender or tea tree) for added freshness.
DIY Natural Cleaning Paste
Combine 1/2 cup of baking soda with 2–3 tablespoons of water to form a thick paste. Use it to scrub sinks, countertops, and ovens. Rinse well for a chemical-free shine.
Combine 1/2 cup of baking soda with 2–3 tablespoons of water to form a thick paste. Use it to scrub sinks, countertops, and ovens. Rinse well for a chemical-free shine.
Freshen Your Fridge
Place an open box containing 1/2 cup of baking soda on a shelf in your fridge. Replace every 3 months to keep odors at bay.
Place an open box containing 1/2 cup of baking soda on a shelf in your fridge. Replace every 3 months to keep odors at bay.
Quick Fridge Wipe-Down
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of baking soda on a damp cloth and wipe interior surfaces to remove lingering smells and food residue.
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of baking soda on a damp cloth and wipe interior surfaces to remove lingering smells and food residue.
Gentle Face Exfoliator
Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 1 teaspoon of water to create a paste. Gently massage in circular motions on your face (avoid eyes), rinse with warm water, and pat dry. Use once a week.
Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 1 teaspoon of water to create a paste. Gently massage in circular motions on your face (avoid eyes), rinse with warm water, and pat dry. Use once a week.
Polish Silverware
Mix 3 tablespoons of baking soda with 1 tablespoon of water. Rub onto tarnished silver with a soft cloth, rinse, and buff dry for a brilliant shine.
Mix 3 tablespoons of baking soda with 1 tablespoon of water. Rub onto tarnished silver with a soft cloth, rinse, and buff dry for a brilliant shine.
Emergency Grease Fire Stopper
Keep a box of baking soda nearby when cooking. If a grease fire occurs, quickly sprinkle 1/4 cup of baking soda directly onto the flames to smother them.
Note: Never use water on grease fires!
Keep a box of baking soda nearby when cooking. If a grease fire occurs, quickly sprinkle 1/4 cup of baking soda directly onto the flames to smother them.
Note: Never use water on grease fires!
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