That headline is exaggerated—there’s no “only way”, but there is a very effective way to use baking soda for grease.
🧼 The best way to prepare it
Baking soda works because it’s a mild abrasive and cuts through grease when combined properly.
👉 Make a simple paste:
- 2–3 tablespoons baking soda
- A little water (or a few drops of dish soap for extra power)
- Mix until it becomes a thick paste
🏠 Where it works best
You can use this paste on:
- Kitchen counters
- Stove tops
- Range hoods
- Sink areas
- Greasy tiles or backsplash
🧽 How to use it
- Apply the paste to the greasy surface
- Let it sit for 10–15 minutes
- Scrub gently with a sponge
- Wipe clean with a damp cloth
💡 Stronger version (for tough grease)
- Add a little white vinegar after applying the paste (it will fizz and lift grime)
- Or mix baking soda with lemon juice for extra degreasing and smell
⚠️ Don’t mix vinegar directly into the paste beforehand—it reduces the cleaning strength. Use it after applying.
✔️ Bottom line
Baking soda is a cheap, natural, and effective degreaser—but it’s the method (paste + time + scrubbing) that makes it work, not some secret formula.
If you want, I can share which surfaces you should avoid using it on (it can scratch some materials).
