Baking Soda acts a cleaning agent because it is a mild alkali and can cause dirt and grease to
dissolve easily in water for effective removal. When it is not fully dissolved, like when it is sprinkled on a
damp sponge, It is mildly abrasive and can lift dirt for easy removal as a gentle scouring
powder. Since it’s gentle, it is safe and effective as a cleaner for glass, chrome, steel, enamel
and plastic.
Because Baking Soda is a pure, natural product that is also a food, it is non-toxic, unlike many
other household cleaners. It is safe to use around children and pets and is ideal for cleaning food
preparation surfaces. In your home use Baking Soda to clean coffee maker, sinks, tubs, tile, microwaves, plastic
containers, even teeth without scratching. Industrially, it is used to clean large machinery and
commercial kitchen equipment.
Cleaning Coffee and Tea Pots: Remove those coffee and tea stains and
eliminate bitter off-tastes by washing coffee maker parts, and coffee and tea
pots in a solution of 1/4 cup Baking Soda in 1 quart of warm water. For stubborn
stains, try soaking overnight in the Baking Soda solution and detergent. You can
even remove the unsightly stains from your favorite cups and mugs, by sprinkling
Baking Soda on a sponge and scrubbing the stains away!