Code: 0812
Laundry detergent
Just add half a cup of Borax to each wash load, and you'll boost the cleaning power of your laundry detergent.
The Benefits of Using Borax as a Laundry Booster
Borax will:
- whiten your whites
- soften hard water
- remove soap residue from your clothing
- neutralize any laundry odors
- disinfect clothing
- increase the stain removal ability of your detergent
Dishwasher detergent:
What You Need:
- 1 Tablespoon Borax
- 1 Tablespoon baking soda
What You Do:
Mix the Borax and baking soda together. Then, add to your dishwasher's detergent compartment, and run as usual.
Why This Works:
Borax and baking soda are both natural disinfectants and mild abrasives -just what you need to blast away stuck on food and germs. Borax is actually a common ingredient in many commercial detergents.
Benefits of Making Your Own Dishwasher Detergent:
- inexpensive
- no harsh chemicals
- does not emit chlorine gas like other commercial detergents
- effective sanitizer
- effective stain remover
- effective water softener
- environmentally-friendly (phosphate-free)