That’s another exaggerated “hack” style claim.
What sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) actually does
Baking soda is a mild alkaline cleaner, so it can help:
- Loosen light grease
- Neutralize odors
- Act as a gentle abrasive for scrubbing
It works best on light kitchen messes, not heavy industrial grease.
Where it can help (when used correctly)
- Kitchen sinks (with vinegar or hot water rinse)
- Stovetops (light grease stains)
- Pots and pans (soaking + scrubbing)
- Refrigerator shelves (odor + mild residue)
Where it does NOT work well alone
- Thick, baked-on grease buildup
- Engine oil / mechanical grease
- Heavy oven carbon deposits (needs stronger degreasers)
For those, you usually need dish soap, commercial degreasers, or heat + scraping.
“The only way to work is to prepare it like this!” — reality check
There is no single magical preparation method. Common safe uses are:
- Make a paste (baking soda + a little water) for scrubbing
- Or combine with dish soap for stronger cleaning
- Or use with hot water soak
Claims of a “secret method that removes all grease everywhere” are marketing-style exaggeration.
Bottom line
✔ Baking soda is a helpful mild cleaner
❌ It is not a universal or powerful degreaser by itself
If you want, I can show you real effective homemade degreaser mixes that actually work better than baking soda alone.
