How to Make Homemade Dishwasher Detergent

Making your own homemade dishwasher detergent is easy and will not only save you money, but help the environment as well. This homemade recipe for dishwasher detergent uses just a few simple ingredients that are easy to find, and takes just minutes to make.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda
• Borax
• Distilled white vinegar

1. Blend one cup each of your Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda and Borax together in a medium sized container with sealable lid.

2. Store the container in a location where it will remain dry to avoid the powder from becoming damp and clumping.

3. When you are ready to wash a load of dishes, place about 2-3 tablespoons of your homemade dishwasher detergent into the detergent dispenser in your dishwasher.

4. Pour a small amount of plain distilled white vinegar into the anti-spotting detergent dispenser of the dishwasher.

5. Run the dishwasher as you normally would, and enjoy the clean dishes that your easy to make homemade dishwasher detergent provides.

Tips & Warnings

• Check out the link below to learn how you can also use Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda and Borax to also make your own homemade laundry detergent.
• Arm & Hammer Super Washing soda is NOT the same as baking soda. When making your purchase, make sure you are purchasing the washing soda which is usually found in the laundry detergent isle at your supermarket.

Resources

• How to Make Homemade Laundry Soap