Homemade Haven Bicarbonate of Soda (Food Grade)

Homemade Haven Bicarbonate of Soda (Food Grade) – 250 g

What it is

Bicarbonate of soda is a multi-purpose mineral powder used by DIYers for cleaning, deodorising, and simple household recipes. Food-grade and highly versatile, it’s one of the most commonly reached-for ingredients in low-tox DIY because it works gently but effectively across a wide range of everyday uses.

For home DIYers, bicarbonate of soda is often the first ingredient they start with; and one they continue using long-term as their recipe collection grows.

What it does

• Neutralises odours rather than masking them
• Provides mild abrasive cleaning action
• Helps lift grime and residue from surfaces
• Supports gentle stain removal
• Balances acidity in certain cleaning blends

Recipes you’ll use it in

Bicarbonate of soda appears across cleaning, laundry, and household recipes in the Homemade Haven recipe bank, including:

Cleaning

• All-purpose surface cleaner
• Sink and bathroom scrub
• Cooktop and stovetop cleaner
• Chopping board deodorising scrub

Laundry

• Laundry powder
• Laundry booster or soak blend

Household & Utility

• Fridge and bin deodoriser
• Carpet freshener
• Fruit and vegetable soak

How far it goes

A 250 g pouch of bicarbonate of soda typically makes:

• 10–20 DIY batches, depending on the recipe
• Most recipes use 1–3 tablespoons (15–45 g) per batch

Examples:

• Cleaning scrubs: ~10–15 batches
• Laundry blends: ~12–20 batches
• Deodorising uses: ~20+ light-use applications

This makes it a high-use, everyday DIY ingredient that’s both affordable and dependable.

Why DIYers love it

• Simple, familiar, and effective
• Extremely versatile across the home
• Food-grade and easy to trust
• Works well alongside vinegar, soap, and washing soda
• Ideal for beginners and experienced DIYers alike

Good to know

• Store sealed and dry to prevent clumping
• Avoid mixing directly with acids until ready to use
• Best for light to moderate cleaning tasks
• Not a substitute for stronger alkaline cleaners where heavy soil is present