Whitening soak for whites
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Laundry detergent, dishwasher powder and borax in hot water. Soak dingy whites before washing.
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup laundry detergent
- 1 cup powdered dishwasher detergent
- 1/2 cup borax
- Hot water
Equipment
- mixing bowl
Directions
- Place the items in the washer and add the laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent and borax; fill with hot water (the hotter the better), just enough to cover them.
- Soak for several hours or overnight. (In a front-loading or HE washer, soak in a sink, tub or bucket instead.)
- Run a hot wash. If you soaked in the washer, add no more detergent; if you soaked elsewhere, add your usual amount.
Notes
Wear gloves; borax and dishwasher detergent irritate skin and are toxic if swallowed. Keep kids and pets away from the soaking tub.