Washing Soda (Soda Ash) - Sodium Carbonate - N-Essentials

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Discover the power of our premium washing soda, a versatile and eco-friendly cleaning essential. Whether you’re tackling stubborn stains or looking to boost your laundry routine, our washing soda is the perfect solution.

What is washing soda and its benefits?

Sodium carbonate, otherwise more commonly known as washing soda, soda ash or soda powder, is a popular ingredient in laundry soaps and washing detergent and other household cleaning products.

At N-essentials, we offer high-quality washing soda in various weights. Discover what is washing soda in Australia and why it’s an essential addition to every household.

Our washing soda is a naturally occurring mineral product refined from trona ore. The term "soda ash" originally referred to sodium carbonate extracted from the ashes of burned plants, such as kelp and barilla. However, today's washing soda is sourced from mineral deposits and purified, offering a clean, mineral-based alternative to conventional laundry detergents, which often contain synthetic surfactants, enzymes, fragrances, and brighteners. Note well that washing soda is not baking soda or sodium bicarbonate.

Washing soda uses

In laundry care, sodium carbonate softens water which helps other cleaning agents lift dirt from fabrics and suspend the soil in the wash water. It can be dissolved in water and used as a presoaking agent for tough, hard-to-remove grease and stains. As a suggestion, add 1/2 cup of washing soda to your laundry water so less detergent is required. With its wide uses, sodium carbonate is a must-have product in your home.

CAUTION:

Sodium carbonate has a very high pH alkaline level and as such, may irritate sensitive skin. The following soda ash usage tips will help you to use it safely.

1. wear safety goggles and rubber gloves when handling
2. do not inhale or swallow
3. keep out of reach of children and pets