Save Zillions On Cleaning Products

elona

I have gone back to special dishwater stuff - but - I use store's own dishwasher powder and use a lot less than I used to - I use white vinegar instead of rinse aid.
My daughters thought I was losing my marbles when they saw me put vinegar in dishwasher!

elsiebaby

can anyone tell me where I can Borax from as I fancy making some HM washing powder x

elona

I got Borax from Boots the Chemist.:)

mrsmab59

elsiebaby wrote:

can anyone tell me where I can Borax from as I fancy making some HM washing powder x

I've just bought some today from Wilkinsons (some people call it Wilkos)...89p for 300g

elona

Jazzyjustlaw

I got this idea from another thread - have you tried using dishcloths for cleaning?
The old fashioned kind - they really get into spaces and rub clean - and they can be washed and reused.

I was really sceptical about this but tried it and they are great.

JULIE

I'd just like to say what a plonker i've been..... yesterday for the first time I used vinegar instead of fabric conditioner....... on hanging out the washing there was a distinct smell of the chippy :cool: didn't realise i was supposed to use the WHITE vinegar :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: Glad to say that now I know I will be investing in the appropriate vinegar for my cleaning!!!!! :j :j :j

MrsMW

JULIE, The smell usually goes away when the washing is dry. I have used ordinary vinegar for dark coloured washing and its been OK.

JULIE

I don't feel so daft now!! Now that washing has dried only a few items have got that sweet sort of smell.... which I can live with

Galtizz

If you don't like it try adding a few drops of essential oils. I use tea tree because hubby says lavender smells of old ladies!! (I like it) but you could use anything.

tiff

Is 5 litres of vinegar for £1.20 a good price? I found some in my local greengrocers, with all the pickling vinegars.