Cheap Laundry Detergent

>> 10.15.2010

I only wish I'd started making my own laundry soap sooner.  We already used a fragrance-free, dye-free detergent, so this was no great change in quality, merely cost-effective.  Our allergist also recommends no fabric softener.  Another savings!

This recipe is easy, inexpensive and requires very little time.  Each batch makes about 4 gallons.

  • Shred, chop or shave one bar of soap into small pieces.  (Shreds easily with a cheese grater.)
  • In large pan, heat 6 cups of water with soap pieces.
  • Once soap is dissolved, stir in ½ cup Borax and ½ cup Arm and Hammer Washing Soda.  Stir mixture until dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and pour into large bucket.
  • Add 4 more cups hot water and stir until well blended.
  • Add 1 gallon plus 6 cups of cold water to the mixture.  Mix well.  Let sit for 24 hours.
Store in old laundry soap bottle or other container for easy pouring.  Mixture will be clumpy; shake well before each use.  Use ½ cup per load.  For high efficiency machine, use ¼ cup per load.

So... solicit friends for empty laundry soap containers, buy three ingredients, roll up your sleeves for the fun part... and start saving!

~ Katrina

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