Natural Dishwashing Tablets
This is a MAJOR impact DIY and a MAJOR money saver
So here is an alternative that you can make right at home and have comfort knowing you aren’t washing your dishes in harmful chemicals!
1 cup baking soda
¼ cup citric acid
1 tbsp On Guard Cleaner Concentrate
10 drops Grapefruit essential oil (or any citrus)
Directions:
1. Put all ingredients into a bowl and mix together until the mixture is an even consistency.
2. Place in silicone molds and let sit for 4 hours.
3. Remove tabs and store them in an airtight container. Use in place of store-bought tablets!
However, if you are like me and don’t want to get involved molding and waiting for 4 hours, you can use this recipe instead:
2 tbsp borax
2 tbsp washing soda
1 tb salt (use less or none if you have soft water)
1 tbsp citric acid
5-10 drops grapefruit essential oil or any citrus essential oil
Directions:
Combine the ingredients and stir until there are no lumps. Alternatively you use a blender, especially if you make a big batch.
Pour into a sealed jar or other airtight container.
Use around 2 tbsp per load for a normal load.
Tip : It’s useful to clear mineral deposits and other residue first before you transition to HOMEMADE dishwashing powder or tablets.
To prepare this:
Place 1-2 cups of citric acid in the bottom of your empty dishwasher and start the cycle for 5 minutes then turn it of.
Let is soak for a few hours then continue the cycle.
It’s now ready to your HOMEMADE dishwashing powder!
