Baking soda is used as raising agent and lemons make a great garnish, but they can also become handy ingredients for cleaning solutions.
Baking soda cleans and deodorises, while lemons cut through grease and add a touch of freshness.
Recipes such as white vinegar and water, and lemon juice and olive oil can all deliver shining results around the house when used for cleaning.
Mixing a little white vinegar with water can help windows to sparkle, while a few tablespoons of lemon juice can help get rid of limescale, and a mixture of olive oil and vinegar can help to polish wood. But if you would much rather just use a few cleaning products, take a look at our 10 Ways to Spring Clean Your Home.
Method cleaning
Alternatively, try one of the new Waitrose Method non-toxic biodegradeable range of cleaning products made from plant ingredients with natural fragrances. Look out for Wood for Good (left), The Daily Granite, Stainless Steel, Window Wash, Daily Shower, Tub + Tile (bottom left) and the All Purpose Cleaner. Buy them in branches, or online at Waitrose Deliver
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