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Homemade Powder Laundry Detergent

The recipe for homemade powder laundry detergent using 3 simple and cheap ingredients.
Active Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Yield: 8 pounds
Author: Catherine
Cost: $19.00

Equipment

  • Food processor or cheese grater
  • 1 Tall kitchen garbage bag
  • 1 Clean 5-gallon bucket

Materials

  • 3 Bars Fels Naptha Soap, 5 oz.
  • 1 Box 20 Mule Team Borax, 4 lbs.
  • 1 Box Arm & Hammer Washing Soda, 3 ½ lbs.

Instructions

  • Finely grate the 3 bars of soap or use a food processor.
  • In a very large pot or bowl, mix the soap, borax, and washing soda.
  • Add in desired optional essential oil.
  • Stir thoroughly.
  • Line a 5-gallon bucket with a tall kitchen garbage bag.
  • Pour the powder into the bag and secure it with a twist tie.
  • Put the lid tightly on the bucket. Keep shut until ready to use.
  • Use 2 tablespoons per load, added directly to the drum of the washer and not the soap dispenser. Use half the amount for a HE washing machine.

Notes

Stir ingredients in the bucket occasionally to avoid settling.