Lemon and Baking Soda Cleaner

Ingredients:

• 1 fresh lemon, halved
• 1 tablespoon of baking soda

Instructions:

1. Prep the Lemon: Cut the lemon in half, exposing the inside pulp.
2. Apply Baking Soda: Sprinkle about a tablespoon of baking soda over the cut surface of the lemon. The natural acidity of the lemon will react with the alkaline baking soda to create a fizzy, cleansing foam.
3. Use It:
   • For Cleaning: Rub the lemon (with baking soda) directly onto surfaces that need cleaning, like kitchen counters, sinks, or cutting boards. The mixture is great for removing stains and eliminating odors.
   • For Deodorizing: Rub the lemon on areas that hold bad smells, like refrigerator shelves or garbage disposals.
   • For Shining Metals: It works wonderfully for polishing stainless steel and copper.
4. Rinse: After scrubbing or applying, let it sit for a couple of minutes, then wipe clean with a damp cloth and rinse thoroughly with water.

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Bonus: If you’re looking to freshen up a space naturally, leave the used lemon (with baking soda) in a small dish out in the open; it helps to absorb unwanted odors!

This combination leverages the natural acidity of the lemon and the abrasiveness of baking soda, making it an eco-friendly, multipurpose cleaner for your home!