Soda Crystals Baking Soda Best

It is not a degreaser. On my greasy oven hood, baking soda did almost nothing. It smeared the grease around. You need Soda Crystals for that. Also, while it deodorizes, it does not disinfect—don't use it on raw chicken juices. Finally, the boxes are tiny for the price. Buy in bulk (5kg bags) if you clean seriously.

This is a mild alkali. It is gentle enough to be used in cakes as a leavening agent and safe enough to use as toothpaste. Its pH level is typically around 8 or 9. soda crystals baking soda

Because it is a softer crystal (Mohs hardness 2.5), baking soda cleans without scratching. Make a paste with water to clean silverware, coffee mugs, ceramic hobs, and baby toys. It is not a degreaser

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