BAKING SODA

Baking soda is a natural scrubbing compound.  It is great for baked-on foods used in the Kitchen, bathroom, to clean toys, and even as a beauty aid.  Below you will find the many, many uses for this amazing item.

To make a baking soda paste, mix 3 parts of soda to 1 part of water.  For a spray solution, mix 4 tablespoons of baking soda to 1 quart of water.  Baking soda can also be used dry and then scrubbed with a damp sponge.  Soda can also be used dry for carpet freshener.

Around the House:

Counter tops:  Formica can be cleaned with baking soda and a damp sponge.

Refrigerator:  Clean the refrigerator with baking soda dissolved in water. 

Coffee Stains:  Coffee and tea stains can be removed by sprinkling some baking soda on the stain then wiping with a damp sponge.

Rust Stains:  Rust stains can be removed by pouring baking soda on a slice of lemon.

Grease Fires:  Sprinkle baking soda on a grease fire.

Dishwater:  A small handful to soapy dish water.  Cleans the dishes while softening your hands.  Dishes may be a little slippery while wet.

Dishwasher:  Fill both compartments with baking soda and run the dishwasher to give it a good cleaning.

Pots & Pans:  Remove burn marks by making a paste with baking soda and water.

Garbage Cans: Clean with a past of baking soda and water and then rinse.

Thermos bottles:  Clean with soda and water to get rid of smells.

Silver:  Place silver item in a dish lined with aluminum foil, shiny side up.  Sprinkle with a couple tablespoons of baking soda, then pour hot water over it. The tarnish transfers from the silver to the foil.

Ashtrays:  Sprinkle a small amount in the bottom an ashtray to reduce the smell.

Garbage Cans:  pour soda into the bottom of the can before replacing the bag.  This also works for the diaper pail.

Health & Beauty:

Bug bites / Rashes / Sunburns:  Make a paste and apply to skin to relieve itching and discomfort.

Skin Irritation - including Chicken pox and Measles:  Sprinkle some baking soda into a bath and soak.

Toothpaste:  Make a thick paste and use as any other toothpaste.

Bath:  Sprinkle approximately 1/2 cup of soda into a warm bath while the water is running.  Great for sensitive skin.

Toys:

Baby doll faces and hands come clean after rubbing with a paste of water and baking soda.