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Uses of Sodium Carbonate

More powerful than baking soda, it is ideal when you need a more intense action.

Deep cleaning of ovens and trays

Caked-on oven grease doesn't stand a chance against this mixture.

  1. Dissolve 40 g of sodium carbonate in 1 liter of hot water.
  2. Apply the mixture to the oven or trays with a sponge or spray bottle.
  3. Leave on for 20-30 minutes.
  4. Scrub and rinse well.
💡 Ideal for removing ingrained grease without resorting to harsh sprays.
Deep cleaning of ovens and trays
🧽 Oven like new!

Removing grease from heavily soiled pots and pans

Those pots that seem impossible to save actually just need a good soak.

  1. Dissolve 30 g of sodium carbonate in 1 liter of hot water.
  2. Place the pot or pan in the mixture.
  3. Leave for 30 minutes.
  4. Scrub with a heavy-duty scourer and rinse.
💡 Helps remove grease and persistent dirt without extra effort.
Removing grease from heavily soiled pots and pans
🧽 Bye-bye sticky grease!

Intense cleaning of extractor hoods and filters

The range hood filter collects more grease than it seems, and this is where it shows.

  1. Dissolve 50g of sodium carbonate in 2 liters of hot water.
  2. Submerge the filters in the solution.
  3. Let sit for 30-45 minutes.
  4. Scrub if necessary and rinse thoroughly before replacing.
💡 Restore filter effectiveness without harsh chemicals.
Intense cleaning of extractor hoods and filters
🧽 Filter that breathes again!

Cleaning very dirty floors (garages, terraces)

For floors that see it all: oil, mud, and whatever else comes their way.

  1. Dissolve 60 g of sodium carbonate in 5 liters of hot water.
  2. Scrub the floor with a mop.
  3. Rinse thoroughly with clean water afterwards.
💡 Especially effective in areas with accumulated grease or dirt, such as garages or terraces.
Cleaning very dirty floors (garages, terraces)
🧽 Floor ready for inspection!

Cleaning cloths, dishcloths, and scourers

The rags you use for cleaning also need to be cleaned themselves once in a while.

  1. Dissolve 40 g of sodium carbonate in 2 liters of hot water.
  2. Soak the cloths or dishcloths in the mixture.
  3. Let soak for 1 hour.
  4. Rinse well before reusing.
💡 Eliminates grease, odors, and organic residue that accumulate with use.
Cleaning cloths, dishcloths, and scourers
🧽 Wipes with a second life!

Cleaning of resistant tools and utensils

Technical grease and workshop grime, the combo this trick tackles effortlessly.

  1. Dissolve 40 g of sodium carbonate in 1 liter of hot water.
  2. Submerge tools or utensils in the solution for 20 minutes.
  3. Scrub if necessary and rinse thoroughly.
💡 Ideal for removing technical grease and dirt without harsh solvents.
Cleaning of resistant tools and utensils
🧽 Tools like new!

Gentle boost for heavily soiled baby clothes

Bibs, bodysuits, and clothes with all kinds of stains need extra help, but with much more care.

  1. Add 10g of sodium carbonate along with your usual detergent, only for heavily soiled garments and on a long wash cycle.
  2. Ensure the cycle includes an extra rinse.
  3. Check that the garment is thoroughly rinsed before dressing the baby.
💡 Always use a small amount and rinse twice; a baby's skin is much more sensitive and no residue should be left behind.
Gentle boost for heavily soiled baby clothes
👕 Immaculate clothing, pampering included!

Washing very dirty or work clothes

Work clothes, greasy rags, that shirt with a stain you can't even identify—here's your solution.

  1. Add 30 g of soda ash along with the usual detergent to the drum or dispenser.
  2. Wash at the recommended temperature for the garment.
💡 Ideal for work clothes, rags, or heavily soiled textiles.
Washing very dirty or work clothes
👕 War clothes, washed mercilessly!

Grease and Oil Stain Removal

Those stains that seem tattooed on the fabric also have their kryptonite.

  1. Prepare a paste with 20 g of sodium carbonate and 100 ml of hot water.
  2. Apply it to the stain.
  3. Leave on for 15 minutes.
  4. Wash the garment as usual.
💡 Effective against tough grease and oil stains.
Grease and Oil Stain Removal
👕 Stains, the party's over!

Whitening very dull white clothes

When white already looks gray, you don't need bleach to bring it back to life.

  1. Soak white clothes in 5 liters of hot water with 40 g of dissolved soda ash for 30-60 minutes.
  2. Rinse.
  3. Then machine wash.
💡 Helps restore white without bleach or harsh chemicals.
Whitening very dull white clothes
👕 Resurrected White!

Homemade dishwasher tablets

Say goodbye to individually plastic-wrapped pill boxes; you can assemble this in an afternoon.

  1. Mix 100g of baking soda, 50g of sodium carbonate, and 50g of citric acid.
  2. Lightly moisten with a few drops of water until a compact texture is achieved.
  3. Mold into ice cube trays.
  4. Let dry for 24-48 hours and store in an airtight jar.
  5. Use 1 tablet per wash.
💡 A reusable, plastic-free alternative, with the same proven effectiveness.
Homemade dishwasher tablets
🌸 DIY pills, zero plastic!

Homemade powdered laundry detergent

Less plastic packaging at home and a detergent that's just as good as your usual one.

  1. Thoroughly mix 200 g of grated natural soap (Marseille soap type) with 50 g of sodium carbonate.
  2. Store the mixture in an airtight container.
  3. Use 1-2 tablespoons per wash, directly in the drum.
💡 Ideal for reducing packaging and boosting the cleaning power of soap.
Homemade powdered laundry detergent
🌸 Detergent made by you!

All-purpose cleaner powder

One jar for everything, without buying five different products for every corner of the house.

  1. Mix 100 g of baking soda with 30 g of sodium carbonate.
  2. Store the mixture in a dry jar.
  3. Sprinkle on the surface, scrub with a damp sponge, and rinse.
💡 Ideal for kitchen, bathroom, and durable surfaces, with just one bottle for everything.
All-purpose cleaner powder
🌸 A jar, a thousand uses!