Cleaning expert explains when baking soda can 'do more harm than good'

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A cleaning expert has revealed the certain areas of the bathroom that you should always avoid cleaning with baking soda.While baking soda is an extremely popular choice when it comes to DIY solutions for cleaning, it's not always the best choice for certain surfaces.Brian Toward, CEO of leading bathroom retailer Wholesale Domestic, has warned that you should never clean glass with baking soda as it "might do more harm than good"."You should never clean glass with baking soda, so stay clear of cleaning mirrors, shower doors and windows with it," Brian said. "As it’s an abrasive cleaner it can scratch the glass and also leave a film or residue if not rinsed thoroughly, making it look cloudy and streaky.

Instead, mix together white vinegar and water in a spray bottle, apply it to the glass and wipe it away with a microfiber cloth."You can grab a bottle of distilled white vinegar from Tesco for just 35p - making this DIY cleaning solution just as cheap as other baking soda alternatives.Examples of glass in the bathroom include mirrors and shower doors - but that's not the only area that baking soda can damage.

The expert also urged people to avoid cleaning any tiled or stoned surface in the bathroom with baking soda as it can wear down the grout over time.Brain explained: "While baking soda can be good for cleaning tile surfaces, it's not the best option for cleaning grout as it can cause damage and wear down the grout over time.

Use a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and water or vinegar and water. Apply the solution, let it sit for a few minutes, and then scrub it with a grout brush."Baking soda's abrasive nature can also scratch and dull the finish of natural stone surfaces like marble and granite.