The Baking Soda Dispenser Hack That Makes Cleaning A Breeze

Baking soda is an important staple in any cleaning arsenal. It's not just delegated to the back of the fridge — it can clean so many things! You can leave it on your carpet to deodorize it, allowing the white powder to neutralize smells that the vacuum cleaner couldn't nix. Pet owners also swear by it, using it everywhere, from dog beds to inside litter boxes. Plus, it's a great way to refresh your mattress, removing sweat smells and stale odors. However, the one downside is that it can be a nuisance to use. You usually need to sprinkle it onto those surfaces, and while you can technically just shake it from the bag, that will create clumps or areas that are overly saturated. Some people use a strainer or sieve to help deliver a more controlled pour, and that works great for large areas, like living room area rugs. But if you have a smaller area you want to deodorize, consider using a salt shaker to dispense it. 

Using a salt shaker to dispense baking soda is great because it's easy, uses something you already have in your home, and creates no mess. You will have a controlled flow in each use, and having the powder in the shaker allows you to just grab it and deodorize on the spot. If you want to use this convenient hack, here is how to pull it off. 

Thanks to how easy it is, this is a baking soda cleaning hack worth trying. To pull it off, simply grab a salt shaker you're no longer using and pour baking soda inside it. Label it with either a label maker or piece of tape and permanent marker to remind yourself of its contents — especially if you leave it in your pantry rather than a dedicated cleaning cabinet. When there is a mess or smelly situation that needs some neutralizing, grab the shaker and fix the issue. 

While handy, there are some caveats to keep in mind. First, this isn't a practical hack for large messes, like deodorizing your couch cushions or a hallway runner. You'll be standing there shaking for quite some time, so this is more practical for smaller deodorizing needs, like sprinkling it into gym shoes or adding it to a bowl to make a cleaning paste. However, you can use it for bigger messes if you get a shaker with larger holes. This will help the powder fall quickly and freely, letting you cover things like mattresses. Secondly, if you use baking soda a lot, it will be more practical to choose a larger or fatter shaker as opposed to a smaller one. This way, you won't have to keep refilling it.