THIS HAS BEEN MY GO-TO HOMEMADE LAUNDRY DETERGENT RECIPES FOR SEVERAL YEARS NOW! IT COST BETWEEN $40-60 TO MAKE AND LASTS A VERY LONG TIME. YOU ONLY NEED 1-2 TBSP PER LOAD. ENJOY!
3 (5 oz) bars Fels-Naptha laundry bar & stain remover
1 (76 oz) box of borax
1 (55 oz) box washing soda
2 cups baking soda
2 (55 oz) boxes OxiClean versatile stain remover
1 – 2 (15.5 oz) bottles Purex Crystals in-wash fragrance booster (optional)
ONE LAST THING! SHE USES A BLENDER FOR THIS RECIPE ON THE BLOG POST. I DO NOT RECCOMEND THIS METHOD!!!!! IT MAY VARY WELL RUIN YOUR BLENDER. INSTEAD USE THE LARGER SIDE OF A CHEESE GRATER.
Step 1 – Make Powdered Detergent
First, you’ll break down the bars of Fels-Naptha into fine pellets of laundry soap. The pieces need to be small enough that they will dissolve readily in your washing machine.
Step 2 – Mix The Ingredients
Next, you’ll combine all the detergent ingredients. In my experience, the easiest way to do this is to use a couple of trash bags!
Pour the laundry soap pellets, borax, washing soda, baking soda, OxiClean, and Purex Crystals (if using) into one trash bag.
Tie the trash bag shut, then place the tied bag into another trash bag. Tie off the second bag, then push, tumble, and roll the bags around for a few minutes to mix all the ingredients.
Step 3 – Transfer To A Container
When you’re done mixing, just cut a hole in the corner of both bags and pour the detergent into a big jar or container for storage.
How Much Detergent Should I Use?
For a standard wash load, use 2 tablespoons of homemade laundry detergent.
For large or heavily soiled loads, use 2 1/2 tablespoons.
For small loads, use 1 1/2 tablespoons.
This detergent works perfectly in any washing machine, including high-efficiency machines! (Bonus HE Tip: Skip the dispenser and toss the detergent right into the washer!)
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