Homemade scrubbing bubbles

Even if I was filthy rich I would still resort to the following frugal tip....come to think of it I would probably do most of them because it's fun.  This one would especially follow me into my new mansion (I can dream can't I?) homemade dishwashing detergent.

I admit I was a skeptic.  After reading many tips and recipes on this subject I found mostly negative results and reviews.  Because of this I stuck to my trusty homemade laundry soap and dared not to venture where Borax should not go.  All the while I silently cursed every time I squeezed the final drop of Palmolive and had to run to the store  because my house came to a screeching halt when the dishwasher was silent.  I know what you are thinking, I could always resort to washing by hand but I have done that for many years and I did not want to go back there.

I finally ran across this wonderful article on the "Amazing Dishwasher" by Amy of Mom Advice where she mentioned a recipe that she personally uses and endorses.  Since I had tonnes of Borax and Arm and hammer wash soap I thought I had nothing to lose and went for it.  A total of 5 seconds later I had a batch whipped up and proceeded to run the load through.  Keep in mind this load had been sitting there for nearly 2 days due to my sheer determination to not do them by hand.  Upon completion, I sheepishly opened the door fully expecting there to be a heavy film over everything not to mention part of the meatloaf consumed two nights earlier.  Much to my surprise everything was sparkling clean....wow.  I wanted to test this out a couple of times before signing its praises, so after three more loads without my families knowledge the dishes were radiant. 

Because Borax and Arm and hammer wash soda are septic safe I am assuming they are somewhat environmentally friendly.  I am all for going green but with a family of 6 and a neverending stream of caked on dirty dishes I needed something more than a little earth friendly rose water and a prayer.  I needed the big guns and I think this is a decent compromise. 

So here is the recipe, give it a try and let me know what you think.

1 cup Borax

1 cup washing soda (Arm and Hammer)

1/4 cup salt

I mix all together and fill my dispensers before starting.  She also suggests keeping the rinse agent area filed with vinegar.

 

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