How to Make a Multi Purpose Cleaner That Softens Water

Lemon will add a nice scent to the cleaner and add some acidity to help clean and softens the water as well.

Many people are looking for a way to reduce costs and use fewer chemicals when cleaning the home as well as soften the water used in the cleaner. This, in turn, reduces the mineral scale that can develop over time on appliances and fixtures when hard water is used to clean, leaving a white filmy appearance on surfaces. Making a homemade cleaner that softens water can be done with some basic laundry and household ingredients.

Things You'll Need

• Boron laundry soap
• Dishwashing liquid
• Lemon
• Hot water
• Spray bottle

Instructions

1. Mix together 1 teaspoon boron laundry soap with ½ teaspoon liquid dishwashing soap.

2. Add 2 tablespoons lemon juice to the mix and add 1 cup hot water.

3. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle and shake well to mix. Shake prior to each use.

Tips & Warnings

• If you have children or pets in the home, use baking soda instead of boron, as the boron can be toxic if ingested.