If you’re thinking of some easy ways to start implementing going green into your home this is a great first step. Commercial laundry detergents can contain some nasty chemicals that aren’t good for you or your family. Carcinogens, artificial colours and fragrances can bring on chemical sensitivities. These all can lead to some bad stuff. So, what can you do?
Not only will this tip be better for you and your family but it will also save you money. This mixture has lasted me for months and does a great job cleaning my clothes.
Washing Soda & Borax
Here is your very easy laundry detergent recipe:
Mix together 1 part washing soda and 1 part borax. The photo has the brand I use.
I used an old plastic liquid laundry detergent container. I just cut the top off and mixed equal parts of the washing soda and borax together. I usually use less than half a cup per load depending on the amount of clothes your washing at one time. If your wishing to whiten your whites put in some lemon juice. You could also soak your clothes in a mixture of lemon juice and water. Leave them overnight then wash them the next morning.
I also use vinegar in place of fabric softener. It does a great job and your clothes will come out nice in fresh.
This is a great first step to bring a little “green” into your home.
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It’s nice to see that you use borax. I use borax for scrubing the sink, the stove top, laundry ect. It really does work.
Great tip! Would you believe I never thought about it for other things besides laundry? Thanks.