Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) is a mild alkaline substance, and that’s what makes it good at breaking down greasy residues. Grease is mostly oily (acidic/non-polar), and baking soda helps loosen it so it can be wiped away more easily.
If you’re trying to use it effectively for cleaning grease, the “working method” people usually mean is this simple paste technique:
Basic baking soda grease-cleaning method
- Mix a paste
- 2–3 tablespoons baking soda
- Add a little water slowly until it becomes a thick paste (not runny)
- Apply to greasy area
- Spread it over the stove, pans, tiles, or other greasy surfaces
- Let it sit
- Leave it for 10–20 minutes so it can break down the grease
- Scrub gently
- Use a sponge or soft brush to lift the grease
- Wipe clean
- Use a damp cloth to remove residue
For tougher grease (like stovetops or pans)
You can mix:
- baking soda + a few drops of dish soap
This boosts grease-cutting power because dish soap helps dissolve oil faster.
Important tip
Don’t expect it to work instantly on very heavy, baked-on grease—you may need a second round or a bit of warm water to help loosen it.
If you tell me which area you’re cleaning (kitchen stove, oven, walls, etc.), I can give a more specific method that works better for that surface.
