500–600 ml
DIY Recipe
Liquid
Liquid
Dishwashing
An effective washing-up liquid from half a bar of soap, washing soda, and a splash of glycerin. Makes 500–600 ml — enough to last us a month of sink-washes in the truck.
Yield
Time
20min + cool
Ingredients
3+ optionals
Lasts
~1month / 2 ppl
Ingredients
- 20 g Grated natural bar soapAbout ⅕ to ¼ of a 100 g bar.
- 500 ml Warm distilled water
- 1 tsp Washing sodaDissolve first in a little hot water.
- 1 tsp Vegetable glycerin (optional)Adds mildness and viscosity.
- Pinch Citric acid or lemon juice (opt.)Add just before use — don't store.
Method
- Dissolve the washing soda in 250 ml hot water. Set aside.
- Add the grated soap and stir on low heat until completely dissolved (5–8 minutes).
- Stir in the glycerin (if using). Let cool completely.
- Remove from heat and slowly stir in the remaining 230–250 ml distilled water.
- Bottle it. Pour into a squeeze bottle. Shake before each use.
- Let it cool completely to room temperature. It should be nicely pourable/squirtable. If it's still a bit thick after cooling, warm it gently and add another 30–50 ml warm distilled water.
Usage
1–2 squirts per sink of hot water. For greasy pans, sprinkle baking soda directly on the pan and scrub.
A note
For personal, non-commercial use only. Always spot-test before use. Keep all products out of reach of children and pets. 3xploreWithUs accepts no responsibility for outcomes from these recipes.