“This is known as aluminum hydroxide, forming when baking soda meets moisture or humidity on aluminum.”
Antique Silver
Have antique silverware or jewelry that you want to clean so your silver shines?
She says it could take away the protective layers of the silver and cause microscopic scratches in the silver.
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ensure you use a silver polish or seek a cleaning specialist to ensure it’s cleaned properly.
“Fiberglass tubs can be scratched with baking soda,” says Brown.
The last thing you want is your cleaning method to damage your bathtub.
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Glass
Baking soda and glass don’t go together.
“Baking soda can be abrasive, potentially causing scratches on glass surfaces,” says Mock.
Baking soda can damage tinted windows or anti-glare protection, too.
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Marble Surfaces
Havemarble countersin your kitchen or bathroom?
Stay clear of using baking soda as a cleaner.
The grittiness of this powder can cause the stone to lose its shine or have permanent scratches.
It may also leave visible scratches," says Mock.
Leather has natural oils, which keep the material flexible.
If you gotta clean a painted area of your home, opt for a cleaner designed for paint.
She suggests taking caution when you clean wooden surfaces and protecting the original finish, including wooden floors.
“Using it on wooden floors with a protective coating can result in damage,” says Mock.
Knowing when to use this product and when it’s damaging to a material or surface is important.
It’s a good idea to do a test with baking soda before applying it to the entire area.
When you use baking soda to clean, wipe down the area afterward, too.
