Does anyone make their own laundry soap??
08-04-2010, 04:24 AM
#13
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Here is the Powder Detergent
Powdered Laundry Detergent
12 cups Borax
8 cups Baking Soda
8 cups Washing Soda
8 cups Bar soap (grated)
■Mix all ingredients well and store in a sealed tub.
■Use 1/8 cup of powder per full load.
Powdered Laundry Detergent
12 cups Borax
8 cups Baking Soda
8 cups Washing Soda
8 cups Bar soap (grated)
■Mix all ingredients well and store in a sealed tub.
■Use 1/8 cup of powder per full load.
08-04-2010, 01:54 PM
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I used to make some with grated bar soap and borax and baking soda (I think. My memory is fuzzy on the process and ingredients). I know I got the recipe online somewhere.
It worked as good as anything storebought, and was cheap. I just didn't like grating the soap up and it made a mess.
It worked as good as anything storebought, and was cheap. I just didn't like grating the soap up and it made a mess.
08-04-2010, 03:23 PM
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I make a powered version and use 2 heaping tsp. I like that it is thrifty. It does not suds up.
It may not brighten whites as much but (at least for me) but then again, whites were meant for "Sunday best" in the past.
Vinegar is great for fabric softener.
I use Fels and "grate" it in a food processor. Then mix some of the borax and soda (not baking soda) and process it too to blend.
It may not brighten whites as much but (at least for me) but then again, whites were meant for "Sunday best" in the past.
Vinegar is great for fabric softener.
I use Fels and "grate" it in a food processor. Then mix some of the borax and soda (not baking soda) and process it too to blend.
08-04-2010, 04:59 PM
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I mix 2 c Borax, 2 c. oxyclean and 4 c grated soap (Castille soap or Lux or Zuds) borax and oxyclean can be purchased at walmart or Publix - castille at the grocery store Zuds I've seen at wm. We've done this for well over two years and have spent - maybe $24
08-04-2010, 05:01 PM
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I use
ibar FELS NAPTHA BAR grated
1 cup of washing soda
1 cup borax
mix together...put in air tight container...use 2 tablespoons for a large load...I have to mail order my supplies from soaps gone by .com..Or you can google it...
Mine is a powder when mixed..do not add water to the mix..
ibar FELS NAPTHA BAR grated
1 cup of washing soda
1 cup borax
mix together...put in air tight container...use 2 tablespoons for a large load...I have to mail order my supplies from soaps gone by .com..Or you can google it...
Mine is a powder when mixed..do not add water to the mix..
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