Comments on: dishwasher detergent substitute

By: Hel

Hel — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 07:20:55 +0000

Just had to let you know that I ran out of dishwasher powder (cubes) the other evening and couldn’t bring my lazy butt out of my pyjamas to go buy some more. Of course I remembered you had mentioned something about it and used your suggestion. Clean dishes all the way. Thanks Damsel!!!! I am so glad I follow you.

By: Old School » Blog Archive » make your own dishwasher detergent

Old School » Blog Archive » make your own dishwasher detergent — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 06:50:25 +0000

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By: Nikki

Nikki — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 19:03:00 +0000

I love your header. And I LOVE your tip. I’ve also tried one tablespoon Borax and one tablespoon Baking Soda when I run out. You can buy Borax in the laundry aisle at most stores (Wal-Mart, Albertson’s, Target, commissary) Of course, you’d have to have Borax on hand- and I don’t think non-cloth diapering people often do.

I’m going to give the liquid soap and baking soda a try with my next dish load- just for fun. Just two drops eh?

I’m also going to run with the vinegar too like Gina suggested.

Thanks for the tips!

By: Momza

Momza — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 08:47:02 +0000

Been there, Done that! A bonus to having suds all over your floor–you get a clean floor!

By: Gina

Gina — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 06:09:23 +0000

Phew – I guess I learned from other’s experience.
A dishwasher repair guy gave me this hot little tip -
Run a little vinegar through your wash every six months or so to cut down on scum build up and too much soap hanging out in the washer……cool!
Love your advice!

By: Terresa Wellborn

Terresa Wellborn — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 00:59:28 +0000

Thanks for your comments on my blog. They always make me sit up and listen. Your tattoos sound frighteningly beautiful (if there is such a thing). And a reminder of your strength.

And yes, I’ve put dish soap in my dishwasher before. It was in the early days of my marriage, and we thought it’d work. Coming home from work that evening was fun, soap suds spilling onto the linoleum kitchen floor & all…

By: damsel

damsel — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:58:55 +0000

Steph…you won’t hurt your dishwasher doing this. There is actually a homemade dishwasher detergent recipe that is nearly like this, that many people have used. The problem is…it’s hard to find Borax, or washing soda. I’ve been looking and haven’t found it yet in my neighborhood.

By: Steph

Steph — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:53:24 +0000

I’ve used a Tablespoon of Borax mixed with a tablespoon of baking soda before… and the dishes were clean, but I don’t know if I was doing anything to ruin my dishwasher.

By: Sleepy Cat Hollow

Sleepy Cat Hollow — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:17:40 +0000

Our new home has a dishwasher…but after washing dishes by hand for 15 years, I have a hard time using the dang thing.

By: Miette

Miette — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:23:11 +0000

After handwashing dishes for over a year, I’m proud to say I’m grateful for my dishwasher! Still its better than handwashing clothes.