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Combining baking soda with lemon peel has become a popular homemade cleaning trick for people looking for simple ways to deodorize and clean different areas of the home. Both ingredients are inexpensive and can be used for several everyday household tasks.
Baking soda is commonly used as a mild abrasive and odor neutralizer, while lemon peel contains aromatic oils that provide a fresh citrus scent. Together, they can be used as a complement to regular cleaning products for certain surfaces.
Why mix baking soda and lemon peel
One of the main reasons for using this combination is its ability to help reduce unpleasant odors. Baking soda can absorb and neutralize odors, while lemon peel adds a fresh fragrance.
The mixture can also provide mild scrubbing action when used on appropriate washable surfaces. However, it should not be considered a replacement for disinfectants or specialized cleaning products when those are required.
What is the mixture used for
There are several ways to use baking soda and lemon peel around the home.
- Deodorizing trash cans.
- Freshening closets and drawers.
- Reducing unpleasant odors in kitchens and bathrooms.
- Cleaning sinks and some washable surfaces.
- Helping remove light dirt from countertops and tiles.
Baking soda has established household cleaning uses, including odor control and gentle scrubbing. Lemon peel can also be used to add fragrance to cleaning preparations.
How to prepare the mixture
A simple preparation can be made with the peels of two lemons, two tablespoons of baking soda, and about one cup of water. The lemon peels can be blended with the water before the baking soda is added.
Once the mixture is prepared, it can be applied to suitable washable surfaces and then removed with a damp cloth. Another option is to place dried lemon peels and baking soda in a small container or cloth bag to help freshen enclosed spaces.
It is important to test homemade cleaning mixtures on a small, inconspicuous area first. Lemon-based preparations should also be used carefully on surfaces that can be damaged by acidic ingredients, such as some natural stones.