Your cleaning supplies?

I also wanted to add that I have been researching borax and it seems that there is a potential danger in using it in dishwasher detergent.  Maybe some of you stated that.  I have read it shouldn’t be used on items touching our food.  I switched to a different dishwasher recipe that I posted above.  

Amy

Here is the post I put on Penny Wise about uses for Borax. There are cautions as you will see – I tink it wise to remember that even natural things have to be used with cautions – Borax can be dangerous if ingested or inhaled and I always use a mask and gloves when I use it. So ladies just because something is natural does not mean it is always safe, and sometimes it depends how you use the natural product. I always research everything I use and I have training in herbs, essential oils and homeopathy from Europe where these things are used regularly and are regulated. So always research whatever you are planning to use in your cleaning or any other product, what might be safe for me, may not be for you – or it may have dangers for pregnant women which a lot of herbs and essential oils do – so always be CAUTIOUS. Linda

Not only is Borax a great laundry booster, but it is excellent for many other uses in the household. Here are a few ideas.

1. Toilet Cleaning

Pour some borax into the toilet bowl before going to bed and then clean with a brush in the morning. You will find it an easy task as the Borax loosens the grime overnight.

2. Economical Scouring Powder

Mix together

1 Tbsp. Borax

1 Tbsp. Baking soda

1 Tbsp. Salt

This makes an excellent and economical scouring powder for sinks, tubs, tile, and grout. Remember that Borax is non-abrasive, so it is a wonderful cleaning agent.

3. Diapers

Rinse diapers out immediately and begin soaking in a solution of 6 Tbsp. of borax for each bucket of warm water. When you are ready to wash them, use a warm cycle and add a little amount of white vinegar in place of your usual fabric softener – this will help make the diapers soft and absorbent again.

*Don’t forget about our laundry soap recipes in LIQUID and POWDER.

*And our make-it-yourself all-purpose cleaner, which uses essential oils and Borax.

Cautions: Borax is harmful if ingested and so one should avoid using it around food. It can also irritate the skin and lungs, so use with care. Wear gloves when using and do not inhale the dust. As with all cleaning supplies, keep out of reach of children and pets. It is always better to be safe than sorry. Borax is best used for heavy duty cleaning and is toxic in high doses so please use caution.

I am sure you can use it in the way the company recommends, the only cautions I make are that ingesting it is harmful as in inhaling the fine dust and like many things some people are very sensitive and have reactions to it on their skin. I learned this a long time ago and to be honest I cannot remember where, I think it was likely my mother who had a very holistic outlook to life and the things she used. I imagine if you google Borax you will get all kinds of info. Linda

I buy my washing powder and dishwasher cleaner most of the time from a natural company. I do not have the time to make those, and have not found they work well enough for what I want. Borax I use in the recipes I posted, though I do not always add it, depends what I have on hand. I have one daughter with very sensitive skin, so I make all her lotions and creams and that is also why I use natural laundry soap, it took a while to find one that she could tolerate but we found 2 and I rotate them. I never use any candles except soy with non lead wicks and natural essential oil frangrance or fragrance free and I nver use store bought air fresh either plug ins or sprays as both the candles and air freshners are known carcinogens. I use a diffuser for air purifiying with essential oils and I also use and air cleaner in the room as I have dust allergies. I do waht I ca to have a home that is holistic, but there are times when I still have to buy something.

I used the free and clear and then I went to Oxy Prime and Oxy Boost which I love. I get them from the following website.

http://www.oxyboost.com/

They seem expensive but they last for a very long time as you only use a tiny scoop. They do a great job on removing the stains my daughter picks up at the riding stable and also do a wonderful job on cleaning the cloth pads we use and my friend says it does a wonderful job on diapers. I have a big bucket in my laundry room and I have had it for months now. None of us are allergic to anything in it. They do some very good products. Linda

http://www.live-the-organic-life.com/alternative-cleaning-products.html

sorry, does this work?