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Whitening soak for whites

Course DIY
Keyword borax, diy laundry, laundry whitener, whites
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
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

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.