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Homemade Dishwasher Detergent and Rinse Aid


Borax is a naturally occurring alkaline mineral that has no toxic fumes and is safe for the environment.  It cleans, disinfects, deodorizes and softens water.  Baking soda deodorizes and causes dirt and grease to dissolve.  Vinegar kills bacteria, mold and germs and will make your dishes sparkle!

Remember, the smell of vinegar will disappear once it evaporates but you can always add a few drops of essential oil to remove the initial vinegar smell.

Detergent Ingredients:
  • 1 part borax
  • 1 part baking soda 
  • Optional:  Essential oils
Rinse Aid Ingredients:
  • Vinegar
Directions:

Borax can be a skin irritant, so be sure to wear rubber gloves when working with this mixture.  Combine equal parts borax and baking soda.  Store in an airtight container and label for future use.  

Add 1 tbsp of the mixture to the main wash compartment of your dishwasher.  

Add vinegar to the rinse aid compartment.  

Wash normal cycle with heated dry feature turned on.  

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