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Washing Soda 1kg 碳酸氢钠
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Suitable to use for DIY detergent powder.

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Baking Soda and Washing Soda sound similar but they are definitely not the same product. Both can be used to clean laundry, both can be used for household cleaning, but one can damage skin and the other can be eaten. Learn the difference between washing soda and baking soda PLUS find out their best cleaning uses.

 

WHAT IS WASHING SODA?

Washing soda or soda ash are common names for Sodium Carbonate (Na2CO3). Washing soda is a caustic base (able to burn, destroy, or damage organic tissue slowly by chemical action). It is not edible, should not be inhaled, and can damage eyes (flush the exposed areas with large quantities of water). Gloves should always be worn when cleaning with washing soda.

 

WHAT IS BAKING SODA?

Baking soda is the name commonly used for Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO3). Baking soda is a mild base that is commonly used as a leavening agent to raise baked goods. It is edible and is mild enough to be used as toothpaste or taken as an antacid. Baking soda is edible but should not be inhaled and can irritate eyes.

 

DIFFERENT BASES, DIFFERENT USES

1. Washing Soda and Baking Soda are both alkaline (basic).

  • Baking soda has a more neutral pH of 8.
  • Washing soda is more alkaline with a pH of 11.

2. The high alkalinity of washing soda helps remove grease and stains. It can alsobalance the pH level of water to enhance detergent’s effectiveness.Because washing soda is highly alkaline, too much washing soda can damage surfaces, fade colors, and eat away at fabric/surfaces over time.

3. Mildly alkaline baking soda neutralizes odor causing acids, breaks down proteins and stains, and softens water to enhance detergent’s effectiveness.Because baking soda is a mild alkaline, it does not usually damage surfaces or fabrics but can take longer to clean.

 

WHEN BAKING SODA VS WASHING SODA?

Both natural substances are effective water softeners, deodorizers, and alkaline cleaners. BUT because of the difference between washing soda and baking soda you should…

  • Choose washing soda when cleaning:
    • Sturdy surfaces or fabrics that are easy to rise (bathtub, shower door).
    • The washing soda will clean without damaging the item and can be washed away easily.
  • Choose baking soda when cleaning:
    • Sturdy surfaces that are hard to rinse (oven floor or floor grout).
    • Delicate surfaces that can be scratched (natural stone counters).
    • Areas used by children and pets (carpet, pet beds).
    • Food preparation surfaces (kitchen sink, cutting board).
      • It has enough grit to clean but will not scratch surfaces, is easier to rinse clean, and it is edible so there is no residue worry.
    • Choose both washing soda and baking soda when cleaning:
      • Household stains and odors from items that can be easily rinsed but may be damaged by the overuse of a caustic substance (laundry).
      • Using a combination of washing soda and baking soda raises the pH of water for optimal cleaning conditions while deodorizing and breaking down stains.
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