How to Make Dishwashing Liquid

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/35019 How to make a gallon of dishwashing liquid for pennies.

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• frugality
• dishwashing liquid
• homemade
• octagon soap
• dishes

[ann13nygma]

I don't think it would hurt anything autumnjrain as long as there is enough water to properly allow the bar of soap to melt.

[ann13nygma]

Hi Mslissa22! I wouldn't use an aluminum spoon but I think stainless steel or those nylon spoons would be fine. I just always use a wooden spoon out of habit!

[ann13nygma]

KoloniaPNI, I've tried using Ivory soap to wash dishes--it doesn't rinse off the dishes and will give you digestive issues. To be specific, I spent a lot of time in the restroom after the experiment, so please don't try it! Octagon says on the package that you can use it for dishwashing, and I've used it personally for some months. I've heard that Kirk's Coco Castille soap is safe to use, but after the Ivory experiment I've been afraid to try. Hope this helps!

~Annie

[ann13nygma]

Then I guess that tablespoon had better learn how to behave for a minute!

[mslissa22]

@eLoveCR7 I don't know where you find the soap in L.A. However, I've just made my 3rd batch of this stuff and I think it works better on grease than the commercial stuff. My dishes are squeaky clean!

[Beanatural7]

I just made this and am waiting for it to cure, for use tomorrow. I did add the cup of baking soda and juice of (1) lemon.  I am anxious to test it out.

I appreciate the clear instructions, as demonstrated in this video.

Thank you Mrs.Brewer for taking the time to share your receipe and info with others.

[Tommytune45]

small correction. Soda wash makes water more alkaline, not acidic. 11.0. 

[TheBonniebeme]

I want to thank you for this. I love it! I am now sharing it with friends and anyone who wants to learn this skill. I use my stick blender at the end to make it well blended and it pours so much more easily. Love the scent.

[eLoveCR7]

maybe next time save some water to wash down the pot and the funnel? to get all into gallon>

[eLoveCR7]

ok 1 bar of how many oz? per gallon? thanks

[eLoveCR7]

oh my ! where oh where do i find octagon bar of soap? in los angeles? is this good for greasy dishes i cook a lot and do lots and lots of dishes and pots and pans!

[marshwillow]

@apbmaxim Ty for that I figured it out a bit with some homemade Dish washer powder but I shall add these to it immeadiately.

[apbmaxim]

@marshwillow "ADD" 1 cup of Baking Soda and 1/4 cup Lemon Juice to your already made recipe and you will definitely notice a big difference in your water. I too was getting that greasy feeling and residue left on my dishes. Now, I am happy to say I love my dish soap. Hope this helps!

[apbmaxim]

Okay, this is an update after my making and trying this dish soap. Results were that this recipe does leave a film on the dishes and that in order to ( through trial and error ) eliminate this you need to add 1 cup Baking Soda and 1/4 cup Lemon Juice to this recipe. The water, due to the soap, will still be grey but will not have the greasy water appearance. This method works very well as I have tested it on glasses for streak and clarity. All is well now with a little rework.