34 Brilliant Baking Soda Hacks to Replace Dozens of Costly and Toxic Household Products

In this article, you will learn about more than 30 household uses for baking soda.

Do you know what baking soda is used for?

In fact, that little white powder often found at the back of your kitchen cabinet has an extensive list of uses.

Here are the main benefits of baking soda.   

Personal Care

Toothpaste

Brush your teeth with baking soda to make them white and shiny.  

Mouthwash

Dissolve one teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of water and use the solution in place of your usual mouthwash.

It neutralizes bad breath and destroys bad bacteria.

Healthy Hair

The combination of baking soda and apple cider vinegar works wonders for your hair.

Use the mixture in place of your shampoo and conditioner.

Deodorant

Baking soda neutralizes odors.

Diaper Rash

Add baking soda to your baby's bath to relieve diaper rash.

You can also gently pat the baby's skin with a towel dampened with a baking soda solution.

But first, consult your child's pediatrician.

Exfoliator

Mix three parts baking soda with one part water.

Use the paste to scrub your body in the shower.

Antacid

Add half a teaspoon of baking soda to half a cup of water.

Drink this to relieve heartburn and alkalize your body.

Foot Soak

Add three tablespoons of baking soda to a basin of warm water and soak your feet in it.

Hand Cleaner

Clean and deodorize your hands with three parts baking soda and one part water.

Soaps can damage the skin, making it dry and flaky.

Itchy Skin, Insect Bites, Sunburn

Apply baking soda directly to the itchy area. 

Use a baking soda paste to relieve insect bites and sunburn.

Deodorizing

Cutting Board

Scrub your cutting board with baking soda to get rid of bad odors.

Trash Can

Sprinkle baking soda in your trash can to keep it clean.

Sports Equipment

Add baking soda to your gym bags, helmets, and other sports equipment to prevent fungi and bad odors.

Lunchboxes and School Bags

Always keep some baking soda in your lunchbox or school bag.

It will absorb bad odors.

Carpets

Sprinkle baking soda on your carpets and let it sit overnight to clean. 

Pantry and Wardrobes

Keep a container of baking soda in your pantry and wardrobes.

Pet Beds

Sprinkle baking soda on your pet's bed.

It will absorb odors.

Stuffed Animals

Sprinkle baking soda on your stuffed animals and let it sit for 15 minutes.

Air Freshener

Use one tablespoon of baking soda, filtered water, and a few drops of essential oil to keep your home always smelling fresh.

Sneakers

Sprinkle a little baking soda in your shoes between each use.

Cleaning

Hairbrushes and Combs

Soak hairbrushes and combs in a baking soda solution and then rinse. 

Microwave

Use a wet sponge and baking soda to deodorize the microwave.

Dishwashing Sponges

Soak your sponges in a concentrated baking soda solution (4 tablespoons) to get rid of rancid smells.

Stains and Odors in Coffee Makers and Mugs

Wash your cups and coffee makers with a baking soda solution to get rid of stains and odors. 

Just fill them with water and add one tablespoon of baking soda for every 100 mL of liquid.

Shiny Floors

Add half a cup of baking soda and a few drops of essential oil to a bucket of warm water and clean the floor.

Shower Curtains

Scrub shower curtains with baking soda.

Rinse well and hang again.

Laundry

Use baking soda when washing your clothes for a better clean.

Wall Holes

Combine baking soda and toothpaste and fill holes in your walls.

Silverware

Mix baking soda and water to polish your silverware. 

Grease and Oil Stains

Sprinkle baking soda over the stains and scrub well using a little water.

Food and Plants

Fruits and Vegetables

Scrub fresh produce with baking soda and a damp sponge to remove dirt, bacteria, and pesticides.

Rinse well.

Flowers

Add one teaspoon of baking soda to your vase, and your flowers will last a long time.

Gas

Add one teaspoon of baking soda to your pot of beans while they are cooking to prevent gas.

Bitter Tea

Mix a pinch of baking soda into your tea to neutralize the bitter taste.

You can use baking soda in many different ways.

Remember that it is an incredibly versatile ingredient.