DIY Dishwasher Detergent {55/365}

{Dishwasher Detergent}

Back in November, we finally bought a dishwasher for our home.  I had been dishwasher-less for about 8 months and I was thrilled to have one again! It was then that I began making my own dishwasher detergent because a friend gave me the recipe.  I had tried another recipe years before that was a gel detergent, and it did not work at all.  My dishes were cloudy and sometimes greasy. 

I have used this detergent for 5 months now and have been completely happy with it!  It works awesome every time.  I especially love it because not only is it cheap, it doesn't have sulfates or other harsh chemicals.  Now, some of you may think, "But I have an old dishwasher...will it still work?"  Don't worry, my dishwasher is old, basic and nothing special.  You know how I mentioned we bought a dishwasher????  It was $15 at a yard sale!  So if it works in mine, it will probably work in yours.

Dishwasher Detergent Powder

1 cup Salt

2 cups Borax*

2 cups Baking Soda

1)  Mix well.

2)  Use 1tbsp. in each compartment of your dishwasher. 

3)  Add white vinegar to your "rinse-aid" compartment.  This works wonders and will ensure your dishes are always sparkling! 

*You can find Borax in the cleaning section at Walmart and many other places.  The name on the box is "Mule-Team Borax."

Do you make homemade cleaners?  If you do, I would love to check out your recipes!