More and more consumers are thinking about the composition of household chemicals and prefer to use environmentally friendly powders and gels, without the content of phosphates and chlorine. Such tools are much more expensive than usual. Do-it-yourself dishwasher products become the solution.
Homemade dishware versus purchased
Many people know that household chemicals for dishwashers include components that can harm the body and the environment. Manufacturers claim that their products are harmless, and in every way advertise the benefits. The emphasis is on the fast washability of the gels.
In fact, to rinse off the surface of the dishes, you need to rinse it under running water for at least 10-15 seconds.
On the label you came across unfamiliar “chemical” names and, perhaps, you don’t know what harm they cause. Most often it is:
- phosphates, phosphonates;
- chlorine-containing substances;
- Surfactant;
- sodium;
- formaldehyde.
And also “blurry” names: bleach, perfume. In this case, the manufacturer does not decrypt the components that are part of them.
These substances can accumulate in the human body. Most of them do not decompose in nature, which leads to a decrease in water quality.
Therefore, we suggest making eco-friendly powder, tablets or gel at home.
The easiest option. Mix one teaspoon of soda and hydrogen peroxide in a glass of warm water to prepare a liquid.
An aqueous solution is unlikely to cope with complex contaminants, but for washing plates and appliances is an excellent option.
Even using folk recipes, do not forget to add special salt to the dishwasher, which protects parts from scale.
How to make powder
What will be needed for cooking? Everything is at hand.
First option. The universal recipe is suitable for washing dishes with hands and in PMM: prepare half a glass of borax and the same amount of mustard powder. Mustard foams well, helping to wash dirt off the plates.
Add one cup of soda ash, mix. Store the powder in a dry, dark place.
Some users complain that mustard powder clogs the filter, atomizer nozzles. The rest recommend this method for use.
The second option. This composition is aimed at a greater effect of washing, it contains a small amount of surfactant. You will need: 25 g of neonol and sulfanol, 950 g of soda. Surfactants are used to foam and enhance the cleaning properties of soda. After examining the composition of the detergent in the store, customers decided it was possible to wash the appliances in a less aggressive way.
One kilogram of powder will cost 50 rubles. You can buy surfactants in the store.
Additionally, do not forget to add salt to the ion exchanger tank.
How to make pills without leaving home
If the powder is dealt with, what should we do? Today it is one of the most popular and expensive detergents: 3-in-1, 4-in-1, 5-in-1, 8-in-1 and so on. Manufacturers are not tired of adding more and more new components. We offer an affordable alternative.
Customer reviews have convinced us of the effectiveness of homemade pills.
- Mix 350 g of washing powder (its composition is not much different from washing for PMM) mix with 150 g of soda (to soften and cleanse). Add some water for viscosity. Bring to uniformity and place in ice tins (or others). The main thing is that the water tablet is placed in the dispenser compartment.
- Take 80 g of baby powder (for example, "Stork"), 18 g of soda. Mix them and add a little dish detergent. Knead and place in molds. Use at a temperature of 40 degrees (program "Eco").
- Mix 150 g of baking soda with 200 g of borax, 1.5 kg of magnesia. Bring to the condition with lemon juice or a solution of citric acid (gives the dishes shine and radiance). This composition is more environmentally friendly than previous options.
What is important to consider:
- The size. A large tablet will not fit in the compartment.
- Protection. Wear gloves and a mask during manufacture. Components are very dusty.
- Concentration. A large dose of soda does not dissolve well, leaving plaque on the instruments.
- Mood. Do not want to knead? Sprinkle dry ingredients, but some may wake up.
How to make a gel yourself
A simple and universal recipe:
- Boil one liter of water.
- Add 50 g of laundry soap shavings.
- Stir until smooth.
- Pour 45 g of soda ash (not food).
- Stir until dissolved.
- Let the mixture cool.
- Add a couple drops of your favorite essential oil for the smell.
A unique product is ready to use. Pour it into a convenient bottle, use for washing clothes or washing dishes.
As a conditioner, ordinary apple cider vinegar is suitable - 9%. Add it to the rinse aid compartment at the rate of: 1 tablespoon for 6 sets of dishes.
A more complicated option: five tablespoons of lemon juice, two tablespoons of essential oil, one spoon of glass cleaner. The ratio can be increased, but keep in mind that a homemade rinse aid is not stored as long as a store conditioner.
The advantages and disadvantages of independent work
The main advantages:
- Low cost price. Homemade ingredients are 10 times cheaper than the “chemistry” that is added to professional products.
- The composition can be adjusted depending on the needs. You will be calm, knowing how to wash the dishes.
Minuses:
- Time costs. You need to spend from 20 to 30 minutes on the preparation of tablets or gel. Of course, it’s easier to go to the store and buy everything you need.
- Homemade detergent does not look so attractive and does not last long.
- Have to independently calculate the dosage for a good result.
To determine the need to conduct experiments at home, read user reviews. For a change, you can try, and if you do not like it, go to the usual products.