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Homemade Dishwasher Detergent Recipe
Our homemade dishwasher detergent (soap) and natural rinse agent work great, are simple, and are proven by homemakers all over the country!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Active Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 24 ounces
Ingredients
- 1 cup borax
- 1 cup washing soda
- ½ cup citric acid
- ½ cup kosher salt (for scrubbing action)
Instructions
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Mix all ingredients together.
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Use 1 Tbsp per load (you can use a heaping tablespoon if you feel the need, but we do not).
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Each batch yields 24 ounces of detergent. We recommend storing in a container you were going to dispose of anyway, like an old yogurt container or coffee can you can fit it under your kitchen sink. Feel free to double the batch, or multiply to create any amount you’d like.
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For a DIY rinse agent, simply fill the compartment with white vinegar.
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Notes
To answer common questions we wrote a dishwasher detergent FAQ page to help you better succeed with this recipe.