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July 18, 2003 at 4:49 pm #19878imported_GetteParticipant
I was interested in the homemade laundry detergent listed a couple of issues back, but I have some questions. We have very hard water. Does the washing soda address this? If not, would it work to add softner salt to the mixture, and if so, how much? I sometimes use Calgon or other water softener, but this kind of defeats the purpose of “frugality” at 6 bucks for a 20 load box.
August 10, 2003 at 2:58 am #20841imported_tk625ParticipantWashing soda is a water softener for washing clothes and it sold right next to other water softening products in the grocery store. ;)
August 10, 2003 at 3:33 am #20842imported_GetteParticipantCool. I thought that might be the case but couldn’t remember for sure.
Think I’ll give this a try. It’d be fun for the kids, too. :)September 17, 2003 at 6:04 am #20877imported_BreeniParticipantCan anyone repost that recipe? I can’t find it anywhere on the site. Thanks! ;D
September 18, 2003 at 2:39 am #20878imported_tk625ParticipantI never saw the orig. recipe for making laundry detergent, I just replied to the question of washing soda being a water softener. Sorry. tk
November 12, 2003 at 2:36 pm #20928imported_RazzyParticipantHere is one of the recipes I use to make laundry detergent…..
How to Make Your Own Laundry Detergent
You can wash most clothing for a very few pennies a load. A bucket, a bar of soap, washing soda and a washing machine is all you’ll need!
Difficulty Level: easy Time Required: 60 minutesHere’s How:
Chop or flake a bar of soap (your choice) into a saucepan of hot water.
Heat (don’t boil) and stir until the soap dissolves.
Add the soap to three gallons of hot water.
Mix well.
Add one cup of washing soda.(Not baking soda)
Mix well again.
Let it cool.
Tips:
Usually one cup will do a normal size load. Don’t use too much.
If you’re washing in cold water, let the machine agitate a minute to dissolve the soap.
Amount of water can vary as much as a gallon, give or take.
How to Make Your Own Laundry Detergent
You can wash most clothing for a very few pennies a load. A bucket, a bar of soap, washing soda and a washing machine is all you’ll need!
Difficulty Level: easy Time Required: 60 minutesHere’s How:
Chop or flake a bar of soap (your choice) into a saucepan of hot water.
Heat (don’t boil) and stir until the soap dissolves.
Add the soap to three gallons of hot water.
Mix well.
Add one cup of washing soda.(Not baking soda)
Mix well again.
Let it cool.
Tips:
Usually one cup will do a normal size load. Don’t use too much.
If you’re washing in cold water, let the machine agitate a minute to dissolve the soap.
Amount of water can vary as much as a gallon, give or take.Here is also another one I use.
Laundry Detergent: Basic Mix
1 cup soap flakes
1/2 cup washing soda
1/2 cup boraxand another one
Laundry Detergent: Basic Mix
1 cup soap flakes
1/2 cup washing soda
1/2 cup boraxthis is for the 2 and third recipes
Mix ingredients and store in a sealed, labeled canister in the laundry room.To use, measure 1/2 – 3/4 cup of the mix and wash your clothing in warm or cold water. Use cold water for the rinse cycle.
Yield: 12 ouncesEnjoy,
RazzyNovember 13, 2003 at 4:15 am #20935imported_tk625ParticipantThanks Razzy. I am usually in a hurry and just grab the reg. laundry detergent, but who knows I may need this someday. Thanks for sharing. tk625
September 19, 2007 at 4:25 pm #21571AnonymousWhat brand of bar soap do you use and how does this home made laundry soap work in a front loader washing machine? (front loaders require much less soap and uses a lot less water)
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