Homemade Laundry Soap

To make homemade laundry soap you will need to purchase

Borax - $1.46

Washing Soda - $1.73

Zote - $1.50

Note: I used Zote in place of a bar of soap. You can however use your favorite soap in bar form instead.

Optional: Baking Soda - $1.30

Oil Essence for scent - I have not use this yet so do not know the cost. 

All of these products should be easily found at your local Walmart or Grocery store, prices vary.

I recommend purchasing a grater just for use to make laundry soap or other cleaners to eliminate contaminating food with cleaning products. 

Begin by shredding Zote or bar of soap. If using Zote only use half of the bar.

Place shavings into a small cooking pot and add 4 cups of warm water. 

Simmer on low heat until all of Zote or Soap is dissolved.

Add 1 cup Borax, 2 cups Washing Soda and 1 cup Baking Soda (baking soda is optional)

This will be clumpy at first, keep on low heat and stir frequently.

Continue to simmer until all ingredients are dissolved.

Fill a large bucket with 3 gallons of HOT water. 

Note: You can often get a large bucket from construction companies, your local bakery or hardware stores.

Add mixture to HOT water.

Stir contents to insure it is thoroughly mixed.

Let sit to cool over night or 8-12 hours.

Mixture will become very thick, having an almost gelatin consistency. 

Use your hand or a large spoon to mix thoroughly. 

Mixing will blend the mixture back into a liquid form.

Use a funnel or easy pour container to store liquid laundry soap in containers.

Make approximately 472 fl oz. so make sure to save either old laundry soap containers or milk jugs for storage. Always make sure to mark storage containers clearly for safety and proper storage.

Use 1 cup for an average/large load. Half cup for small loads.