How to Make 1 Gallon of Homemade Laundry Soap
- 1). Mix together 1/4 cup Borax and 1/4 cup of washing soda in a 2-gallon bucket.
- 2). Add 1/4 cup of liquid castile soap to the powder and mix thoroughly until a paste is formed.
- 3). Boil 3 cups of water in a saucepan. Mix the water with the paste until it is well blended.
- 4). Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the mixture until the fragrance strength is to your liking. Stir the mixture with the mixing spoon.
- 5). Place a funnel in the opening of the gallon jug and pour in the mixture.
- 6). Add water to the jug until the container is nearly full. Screw the cap back onto the jug and shake to mix the ingredients together.