Stain Remover Paste with Soda Crystals
A Soda Crystals paste rubbed into a stain before washing gives tough marks a head start.
Takes 10 minutes, plus washing
What you’ll need
- 2 tbsp Soda Crystals
- Bowl for mixing
- Rubber gloves
Method
- Start by preparing a paste: Mix 2 tablespoons of Soda Crystals with 1 tablespoon of warm water.
- For stains caused by proteins such as blood, vomit, or milk, allow the paste to cool since hot water can fix these stains.
- Using rubber gloves, apply the paste onto the stain, gently rub it in, and leave it on for a few minutes.
- Place the item into your washing machine and launder it as usual.
- After washing, inspect the items before using the dryer, as the heat can fix any remaining stains. If the stain persists, repeat the process or try an alternative method.
Stains
Soda Crystals are especially good at naturally removing stains such as tea, coffee, blood, oil, grease, and ink from clothes.
Applying it directly puts the strongest solution right on the stain.
The science: Sodium carbonate (PubChem, NIH) →
Whilst Soda Crystals are a natural cleaning wonder, there are some things that should not be cleaned with them because of their abrasive properties (can scratch delicate surfaces).
Polished/Waxed/Lacquered Surfaces:
Due to its abrasiveness, Soda Crystals should not be used on fibreglass or polished/waxed surfaces as they may cause damage. The same applies to lacquered or varnished surfaces as Soda Crystals can damage the lacquer and leave a dull finish.
Aluminium:
Soda Crystals should not be used on aluminium products, such as aluminium pans, utensils, or window frames. This is because Soda Crystals can corrode aluminium and will discolour them.
Store Soda Crystals in a labelled airtight container in a cool and dry place, out of reach of kids and pets. Get a container with a tight seal, such as our glass jars to maximise its shelf life, but it also makes it easier to scoop out when needed for cleaning.
Whilst Soda Crystals are a very environmentally friendly and safe Natural Cleaning ingredient, it is important to bear in mind that it is still a chemical. As such the powder can still cause damage and irritation if handled incorrectly.
It is not edible, should not be inhaled, and can damage eyes (flush the exposed areas with large quantities of water). Wear gloves when cleaning with Soda Crystals as prolonged contact with the skin when used in high concentrations can also cause irritation.
B&M Pro-Tip 1:
Soda Crystals are a fantastic, safe solution for tackling all sorts of fabric stains, from ink to red wine and even grass. Just make sure your fabric is colourfast first! It’s easy to check: simply wet a small spot on your garment and blot with kitchen roll. If any colour shows up on the paper, it’s not colourfast.
B&M Pro-Tip 2:
If you want to master stain removal, check out our Stain Removal Blog Post for in-depth tips that will transform the way you handle stains forever.
B&M Pro-Tip 3:
Act fast, blot don’t rub, and for oily stains cover them with Bicarbonate of Soda for 15 minutes first to soak up the oil. Stain removal steps →
Quick questions
Which stains does it work best on?
Grease, tea, coffee and ink.
Can I use it on delicates?
No. Not on wool, silk or delicate fabrics.
Try this next: Miracle Stain Remover →
