Homemade Dishwasher Detergent Recipes

Have you run out of dishwashing detergent and you’re in a pinch to run a load until you can get to the store and buy some more? Or are you looking to whip up a few batches to save yourself a bit money? This is the page you’re looking for!

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#1
1 cup Washing Soda
1 cup Borax

#2
1 cup Baking Soda
1 cup Borax

For the above two mixes
Blend thoroughly and store in a plastic container, use approximately 2 TBS per load.
Use vinegar in the rinse compartment as a rinse agent to help prevent residue.
Try adding 2-3 drops essential oil.

#3
1/4 cup Washing Soda
1 TBS Liquid Dish Soap
Use the above for each load you run.

#4
1 part baking soda
1 part borax
1 part water
1 drop lemon or orange essential oil per cup of detergent
Mix the ingredients thoroughly and store in a sealable jug.
Use 2 to 3 TBS per load.

If you’re having a cloudy residue problem
Try adding a few drops of liquid dishsoap to the powder compartment when you add the powder (just 2 or 3 drops will do).
You could also try cutting back on the amount used (ie. if you’re using 2 TBS, try cutting it back to 1 – 1 1/2 TBS).
Make sure to use vinegar in the rinse cycle.

#5
1 (55 oz) box of Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda
1 (76 oz) box of 20 Mule Team Borax
1 (48 oz) boxes of coarse Kosher Salt
1 (2 oz) container of food-grade Citric Acid (or substitute with 10 to 15 envelopes of Unsweetened Lemon Kool-Aid)

#6
1 TBS grated Zote soap
1 TBS borax
1 TBS washing soda.