02.05.2024

How to make a DIY stain-removing liquid detergent: up to 12 liters with just a few ingredients

By liliaturcin5

With the cost of living skyrocketing, laundry products have not been left behind and have reached very high prices. This can place a heavy burden on the family economy, especially in larger families.

In this article we explain how to prepare a liquid detergent with just a few ingredients , capable of leaving the laundry very clean and fragrant , and with a wonderful stain-removing action .

To begin, get the following ingredients:

  • 3 large bars of yellow soap
  • 1 large saucepan (5 liters)
  • 1 liter of white vinegar
  • 50 grams of sodium bicarbonate
  • 2 and a half liters of water (for boiling)

Procedure:

  1. Pour the water into the pot and begin heating.
  2. Add the soap cut into pieces and mix well. Cook over a low heat for about 2 hours, until the soap has completely dissolved.
  3. Add the vinegar and baking soda.
  4. Turn off the stove and let cool for 30 minutes.
  5. Pour the liquid detergent into plastic bottles, taking care to fill them only up to 1/3 of their capacity).
  6. Pour water into the bottles, having the proportions 1 part detergent and 2 parts water (for example, for every 100 ml of detergent, 200 ml of water).
  7. Let it rest for about 12 hours before using.
  8. Warning: do not add essential oils to flavor the detergent.

Now that you know how to prepare a liquid laundry detergent starting from very simple ingredients within everyone’s reach, try your hand at preparing it immediately and you can save tens of euros.