The wonders of bicarb
Clean the oven
Sprinkle a layer of bicarbonate of soda (also known as baking soda) on oven surfaces and spray with vinegar. Leave the mix on overnight, then scrub with a non-abrasive sponge.
Wage war on tea stains
Get tannin stains off teaspoons and mugs by rubbing with a paste made up of bicarb and a little water. Rinse thoroughly afterwards.
Tackle smells
To deodorise carpets, upholstered furniture and even pet beds, sprinkle with bicarb, leave for 15 minutes and vacuum.