Baking soda (Sodium Bicarbonate) is a mild crystal that gently lifts dirt off many surfaces. Its’ unique pH makes it effective at neutralizing household odors.

Create the right mix for the proper use.

Paste - Mix equal parts baking soda and warm water to clean/polish:
Silverware, lawn furniture webbing , fiberglass tubs, car trim, bumpers, hub caps

All Purpose Cleaner

4 Tablespoons Baking Soda
1 quart warm water

Drain Opener
Add 1/2cup baking soda and 1/2cup vinegar to the drain. Cover tightly and let sit for 15 minutes. Pour 2 quarts boiling water down the drain. If severe clog, follow with a plunger.

• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup baking soda
• 1 gallon warm water

Mildew
Scrub with baking soda or borax or with a paste of salt and lemon juice or white vinegar.

Oven Spots
Scrub with a paste of baking soda, salt and water

Toilet Bowl Cleaner:
Sprinkle baking soda into bowl, then drizzle with vinegar and scrub with a toilet brush.

Use vinegar for:

Glass Cleaner
Combine 1 quart water with l/4 cup white vinegar. Spray on and wipe off with newspaper. Or, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or rubbing alcohol to water and vinegar mix, spray on surfaces and wipe clean with soft, lint-free cloth.

Lime and Mineral Deposit Remover
Soak cloth in vinegar. Apply cloth to lime deposits. Leave for about 1 hour. The deposits will soften and can be removed easily.

Metal Polish
Mix 1/2 teaspoon salt with 1/2 cup vinegar add enough flour to make a thick paste. Apply paste and let set 15-30 minutes. Rinse well and dry.

Alternative roach and ant control

Sprinkle cracks and dark places with a boric acid formulation or chili powder to hinder entry.

Set out dishes with equal amounts of oatmeal flour and plaster of Paris, or equal amounts of baking soda and powdered sugar, or equal amounts of borax and brown sugar. Keep out of reach of children and pets.