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Wednesday, 26 February 2020
A Long Running Swap
This isn't a new swap for a smaller footprint/greener life but something I've been doing for ages.
This is what I use for cleaning the sinks, basins, oven and down the drains, it works a treat and no nasty chemicals into the septic tank. This new big ol' tub is a cheap way of buying it and as it's a Food Grade Bicarb it can be used if needed for cooking too. I can't remember when I last bought a tub so this amount must last about 6 or 7 years. The pot I store it in on the kitchen window sill is one of my favourite bits of old kitchenalia.
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Also my favourite and most useful cleaner, along with vinegar. I have never seen the large tub though. Good to see you yesterday.
ReplyDeleteI did reply earlier - where did it go???
DeleteGood to see you too . Tub off Amazon - works out cheaper and lasts for ages
Great post, such a useful ingredient for many things.
ReplyDeleteIt works so well and instead of smelling nasty full of chemicals it actually gets rid of smells
DeleteNice one - thanks.
ReplyDeletexx
You're welcome!
DeleteBi carb is great - my gran used it and my mum so I too have always used it. I have one of those lovely stone jars it belonged to my great grandmother - can't remember what she put in it, my mum thought homemade lemon curd but I'm not sure.
ReplyDeleteIt's such a handy thing to have in the cupboard
DeleteI use bicarb but have never seen it in a big tub like that. Did you buy it locally or online?
ReplyDeleteOnline good old amazon
DeleteI use bicarb for cleaning the fridge but hadn't thought of using it for anyhing else. I've never seen it sold in such a big tub!
ReplyDeleteOh yes I forgot to add that to the list of ways to use it - removes any smells quickly
DeleteBicarbonate is always in my cupboard do need to use chemicals.
ReplyDeleteHazel c U.K.
I use "earth-friendly" things for cleaning everywhere if I can
DeleteIt get used here, too! A big pack lasts a long time and is also very useful to have around should you be unfortunate enough to have a chimney fire.
ReplyDeleteI've never heard that about fires - how's it used? do you chuck it on the fire?
DeleteYou smother the fire with a very generous amount; the gas it produces goes up the chimney and puts out that fire, too... or so I am told. I wish I had known about it a decade or so ago when we had to call out the local volunteer fire brigade, they were brilliant. We had always had the chimney sweep in once a year, these days we also do them a couple of extra times ourselves...not that I am paranoid!)
DeleteGood tip Sue.
ReplyDeleteI've used baking soda before for cleaning things. It is really good.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a good tip! I have also used baking soda and vinegar to clean most of my life. I buy soda in an eight pound bag and fill a smaller container that I use at the sink. It cleans well, is non-abrasive, helps with odors and is safe for humans and pets. It is wonderful for cleaning the microwave and refrigerator. As someone else said it is also useful for putting out small kitchen fires. Great post!
ReplyDeleteI've never had a tub that big ,but I do use a lot of it so I should invest in one :-)
ReplyDeleteHi, first time commenting, but have loved reading your blog for a few years. I buy my Bicarb in bulk from a local Chinese supermarket ( found in the baking section). I bought 3kg just before Christmas for about £3.50. It comes in paper packaging (just like bags of flour).
ReplyDeleteGlenda
It would be good if we had Asian shops somewhere close but I don't know of any - you purchase was an excellent price
DeleteCertailnly no nasty niffs in your house then! x
ReplyDeleteI get my bicarbonate from a zero waste shop here. Next time, I’ll take a bigger pot with me to fill up :)
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