Most of us have a pack of baking soda stashed away in the back of our kitchen cabinets. It is frequently used as a food additive in cookies, pastries, and biscuits. But did you guys know it also can be used to keep things fresh and clean around the house?

This simple white powder is a powerful alkaline that can handle even the most difficult cleaning duties. Baking soda can be used to clean a wide range of surfaces including the refrigerator. It is also one of the most environmentally friendly ways to keep your furniture looking brand new.

Oven

Simply brush a handmade combination of baking soda and water onto the surfaces. It will help you clean an oven thoroughly. To remove really stubborn grime, rub the paste with white vinegar and allow it to react with the mixture.

Carpet

Fill a spray bottle halfway with boiling water, baking soda, and a cap of fabric softener. Allow sitting for 30 minutes to allow all of the ingredients to combine. When spraying, keep a distance of about ten inches and be cautious around kids and pets.

Mugs and teacups

One of the best cleaning hacks is to drizzle baking soda on a scrubbing pad and wipe your ceramic ware for about five minutes. After that, just toss it in the dishwasher and it’ll look as beautiful as new.

Shower

Take a wet cloth and pour a tiny portion of baking soda on it to quickly remove that slimy build-up in your shower. Clean the shower screen with the cloth to create a soapy foam.

Sink

Simply pour baking soda on fresh lemon juice and wipe it all over the sink before cleaning with water. The acid and alkaline interact to form a foamy substance that aids in eliminating the dirt.