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With salt and vinegar you can make your own homemade detergent

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To prepare this effective detergent, you will need:

Ingredients

  • 3 liters of water at room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 tablespoons salt
  • 50 ml vinegar (a powerful agent that strengthens the mixture)
  • Alcohol (a small amount to improve cleanliness)
  • 5 tablespoons of commercial detergent (of your preference, for an effective base)
  • Coloring (optional, if you want it to look similar to the detergent you purchased)

Procedure

  1. Prepare the liquid base:
    Pour the 3 liters of water at room temperature into a large bowl.
  2. Add sugar and salt:
    Add the 4 tablespoons of sugar and mix until completely dissolved. Then add the 3 tablespoons of salt, which act as a natural cleaning and disinfecting agent.
  3. Add vinegar:
    Pour 50 ml of vinegar into the mixture. This ingredient helps to eliminate bacteria, dissolve grease and soften fabrics.
  4. Incorporate alcohol:
    Add a small amount of alcohol to enhance the disinfectant power of the detergent.
  5. Add commercial detergent:
    Mix 5 tablespoons of commercial detergent to give the mixture a base that boosts its cleaning ability.
  6. Customize the color:
    If desired, add coloring to resemble traditional store-bought detergent.
  7. Homogenize the mixture:
    Stir the mixture well until all the ingredients are completely integrated.
  8. Packaging:
    Store your homemade detergent in clean, reusable bottles.

Why is this mixture effective?

  1. Vinegar: Its acidity breaks down fat and eliminates bacteria, as well as acting as a natural softener.
  2. Salt and sugar: These ingredients act as mild abrasives, helping to break down stains and reinforcing the action of the detergent.
  3. Alcohol: It provides an additional disinfectant effect, eliminating germs and odors.
  4. Commercial detergent: It works as a base that ensures the effectiveness of the mixture on different types of stains and dirt.

Tips for a Better Outcome

  • Test on a small area: Before using this detergent on delicate fabrics, do a test to make sure it doesn’t cause harm.
  • Customize the scent: Add a few drops of essential oils (such as lavender or lemon) to give it a pleasant aroma.
  • Use soft water: If you have hard water in your area, filter the water before use to improve detergent performance.
  • Store it correctly: Keep the detergent in a cool, dark place to preserve its properties.

With this recipe, you will have a powerful, inexpensive, and environmentally friendly homemade detergent. Perfect for taking care of your home and your pocket!

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