How Pressure Wash with Baking Soda & Vinegar

Baking soda and vinegar are both well-known for their cleaning properties. Baking soda is a natural cleaning agent that helps to remove dirt and grime. Vinegar, on the other hand, is known for its antimicrobial properties, making it perfect for killing bacteria and viruses.

Together, these two cleaning powerhouses can tackle any cleaning job, big or small. Plus, they’re both very affordable, so you can clean without breaking the bank.

The consensus, however, is that using one or the other at a time is more effective than using them both mixed together. That’s because vinegar is acidic, while baking soda is basic. Mixed together, you get a neutral solution that removes the cleaning qualities that each agent has separately.

Essentially is becomes a solution no more useful for cleaning than water.

You Can Use BOTH Baking Soda and Vinegar in a Pressure Washer

The key? Use one at a time

Baking Soda

If you’ve ever tried pressure washing your house or deck, you know that it can be a powerful way to remove dirt and grime. But sometimes, plain water just isn’t enough. That’s where baking soda comes in.

Baking soda is often hailed as a natural cleaning solution, and for good reason. This inexpensive pantry staple can be used to clean a variety of surfaces, from countertops to toilets.

Baking soda is especially effective at removing stubborn stains, and built-up grime. Great for washing things that accumulate ugly smells like mattresses or couches.

To use baking soda for cleaning, simply make a paste with water and apply it to the surface you wish to clean. Once the baking soda paste has had a chance to work its magic, simply rinse away with warm water. You’ll be amazed at how clean and fresh your surfaces look – all without harsh chemicals!

You can make a simple detergent solution with baking soda by mixing one part baking soda to 8 parts water.

To use, simply attach your garden hose to the pressure washer, turn on the detergent setting, and start washing. Allow the baking soda mixture to sit, or “dwell” as the professionals say, for 10 minutes.

The baking soda will help to break down any stubborn stains, making them easier to remove. Plus, it’s non-toxic and gentle on surfaces, so you don’t have to worry about damaging your siding or decking.

After allowing the baking soda to dwell for 10 minutes, switch your pressure washer to the appropriate setting for what you’re cleaning an rinse. For instance, a wood deck requires different setting than shoes. An oil stained concrete driveway requires a different setting than a BBQ Grill. In many cases, it’s more appropriate to take a soft washing approach with your pressure washer.

So next time you need a little extra cleaning power, reach for the baking soda – it just might be the answer you’re looking for.

As this point you may find that your surface is a clean as can be. However, some tough stains may require another pass. This is where the vinegar comes in.

Vinegar

Vinegar is a versatile cleaning solution that can be used on a variety of surfaces. It is particularly effective at cutting through grease, making it ideal for use in a pressure washer.

In this step we’ll do the same thing we did above with the baking soda, this time with vinegar

To make a detergent solution with vinegar, however, mix one part vinegar with four parts water.

Proceed as you did with the baking soda solution using your pressure washer to clean your surface more thoroughly.

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Conclusion

To get the best cleaning results with a pressure washer, use either baking soda or vinegar – not both at the same time. Baking soda is great for breaking down stubborn dirt and grime, while vinegar is perfect for cutting through grease and deodorizing.

Both of these natural cleaning solutions are gentle on surfaces and won’t damage your siding or decking. Plus, they’re very affordable, so you can clean without breaking the bank.

So next time you need a little extra cleaning power for pressure washing your pool or patio reach for either baking soda or vinegar – they just might be the answer you’re looking for.