1. Refreshing Carpet Deodorizer
250 ml baking soda
10 drops lavender essential oil
5 drops lemon essential oil
Sprinkle onto carpet, wait 30 minutes, then vacuum thoroughly.
2. Citrus All-Purpose Cleaner
125 ml baking soda
5 drops orange essential oil
5 drops lemon essential oil
Mix into a paste with warm water, scrub surfaces, rinse clean.
3. Natural Toilet Bowl Cleaner
200 ml baking soda
10 drops tea tree essential oil
5 drops eucalyptus essential oil
Sprinkle inside toilet bowl, scrub and flush.
4. Gentle Sink Scrub
125 ml baking soda
5 drops peppermint essential oil
5 drops lemon essential oil
Make a paste, gently scrub sinks, rinse well.
5. Refrigerator Freshener
125 ml baking soda
7 drops lemon essential oil
3 drops lavender essential oil
Place open in refrigerator to neutralize odors.
6. Soothing Foot Soak
60 ml baking soda
5 drops peppermint essential oil
3 drops tea tree essential oil
Add to warm foot bath, soak 15–20 minutes.
7. Natural Shoe Deodorizer
60 ml baking soda
5 drops tea tree essential oil
5 drops eucalyptus essential oil
Sprinkle in shoes overnight, shake out excess.
8. Fresh Laundry Booster
125 ml baking soda
10 drops lavender essential oil
Add directly into laundry load for freshness.
9. Relaxing Bath Soak
125 ml baking soda
5 drops lavender essential oil
3 drops chamomile essential oil
Dissolve in warm bath for relaxation.
10. Odor Eliminating Trash Bin Sprinkle
60 ml baking soda
6 drops lemon essential oil
4 drops tea tree essential oil
Sprinkle at bottom of bins to neutralize odors.
11. Natural Drain Freshener
125 ml baking soda
5 drops lemon essential oil
5 drops eucalyptus essential oil
Pour mixture into drain, followed by hot water.
12. DIY Soft Scrub Cleaner
250 ml baking soda
10 drops orange essential oil
5 drops rosemary essential oil
Form paste, gently scrub bathroom and kitchen surfaces.
13. Closet Air Freshener
125 ml baking soda
8 drops cedarwood essential oil
4 drops lavender essential oil
Place in sachet or jar to freshen closets.
14. Pet Bed Freshener
125 ml baking soda
6 drops lavender essential oil
4 drops geranium essential oil
Sprinkle on pet bedding, let sit for 15–30 min, then vacuum.
15. Upholstery Refresher
250 ml baking soda
7 drops eucalyptus essential oil
3 drops peppermint essential oil
Sprinkle over upholstery, let sit 20 min, then vacuum thoroughly.
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16. Method for Naturally Soft Towels Using Baking Soda:
Wash with Baking Soda:
- Add about 125 ml of baking soda directly into your washing machine drum with your towels.
- Use your regular detergent but skip fabric softener, as it can build up and stiffen fibers.
- Rinse with Vinegar:
For extra softness, during the rinse cycle, add 125 ml of white vinegar and 5–8 drops essential oil (e.g., lavender, lemon, eucalyptus, or a blend) to the fabric softener compartment.
Method:
- Mix vinegar and essential oil thoroughly in a cup or small container.
- Add this blend into your washing machine’s fabric softener compartment.
Vinegar will dissolve mineral deposits and detergent residues, further softening the fibers.
Tips for Best Results:
- Lavender, lemon, eucalyptus, and peppermint oils are especially fresh and pleasant for towels.
- Always mix essential oils with vinegar first (rather than adding oils directly into the machine) for even distribution.
- Avoid using too much essential oil; 5–8 drops are sufficient to achieve a lasting fragrance without staining your towels.
Drying Without Tumble Dryer:
After washing, vigorously shake towels before hanging to dry. This loosens fibers and improves softness.
Dry towels outdoors on a breezy day or indoors on a drying rack, making sure they’re fully spread out for air circulation.
To reduce stiffness, fluff towels by hand periodically while they dry.
Why This Works:
Baking soda neutralizes acidity, removes residues, and loosens fibers, improving softness and absorbency.
White vinegar dissolves leftover detergent and mineral deposits that cause stiffness.
Result:
Your towels will feel noticeably softer, fresher, and more absorbent - even without a dryer!
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18. Gentle Scrub for Cookware
Mix baking soda with water into a paste and use it to scrub burnt-on food from pots, pans, and baking trays. Its mild abrasive action helps lift stubborn grime without scratching surfaces.
19. Whitening Grout Cleaner
Make a paste with baking soda, water, and a few drops of tea tree or lemon essential oil. Apply to grout, let sit for 10 minutes, then scrub with an old toothbrush for a brighter finish.
20. Natural Fabric Stain Remover
Create a paste with baking soda and water and apply to stains before washing. For tougher stains, add a drop of lemon essential oil for extra bleaching power.
21. DIY Underarm Deodorant
Mix baking soda with coconut oil and a few drops of lavender or tea tree essential oil for a natural, odor-neutralizing deodorant.
22. Trash Can Deodorizer
Sprinkle baking soda at the bottom of your trash bin before inserting a new bag to absorb unpleasant odors.
23. Mattress Refresher
Sprinkle baking soda with a few drops of lavender or eucalyptus essential oil over your mattress, let sit for an hour, then vacuum to remove dust, odors, and allergens.
24. Tea and Coffee Stain Remover (Mugs & Thermoses)
Add baking soda to warm water, scrub cups, mugs, or thermoses to lift stubborn coffee and tea stains.
25. Freshening Closet or Drawer Sachet
Fill a small breathable bag with baking soda and essential oils (cedarwood, lavender, or peppermint) and place in closets or drawers to absorb musty smells.
26. Cutting Board Disinfectant
Scrub cutting boards with baking soda and lemon essential oil to remove stains and odors from food.
27. Cloudy Glassware Restorer
Add baking soda to warm water, soak cloudy glasses, and rinse thoroughly to restore their shine.
28. Exfoliating Face or Body Scrub (Use with caution on sensitive skin)
Mix baking soda with honey or coconut oil for a gentle exfoliating scrub. Add a drop of lavender essential oil for a soothing effect.
29. Hand Cleaner for Tough Stains
If your hands are stained from gardening or grease, rub baking soda with a few drops of lemon essential oil and rinse with warm water.
