Introducing an age-old gem in the realm of cleaning solutions: the versatile and delightful Laundry Butter recipe.
Resembling a velvety buttercream once whipped up, this concoction holds immense cleaning power across a myriad of surfaces—though we must emphasize, it's strictly for cleaning, not for consumption.
Think of it as your all-purpose cleaning companion, akin to the beloved household products Gumption or Jif. From tackling oven grime to washing dishes, laundering clothes, scrubbing grout and tiles, to sanitising toilets, showers, baths, sinks, floors, and even your BBQ, this multi-purpose paste does it all with finesse. Let's dive into the recipe,
What you'll need
There are two methods for making this wonderful paste, which we go through, but the ratio of ingredients is the same.
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 cup Coconut Soap Flakes
- 1/2 cup of Washing Soda
- 1/2 cup of Borax
- 3-4 cups cup of water
TOOLS
- Bowl
- Mixing Spoon
- Measuring Cups
- Large heat proof pot
- Hand mixer or masher
- Airtight storage container
MAKES
Roughly 1 to 1.5 litres of paste
TIP:You can make any batch size you like, simply use equal parts of the powders
Method 1: Recommended for larger amounts
In this method you will use a pot on a stovetop, make sure it's large enough to hold your mix.
1. Heat water in a large pot on the stove, but do not bring to the boil
2. Combine the powder ingredients in a bowl taking care not to breathe in any raised particles.
3. Slowly add he mixture to the pot of water, stirring constantly, until the ingredients are fully melted and combined.
3. Once your mixture is fully combined, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool. The mixture will thicken as it cools.
4. Once it has solidified, blitz it with a stick blender/masher to create a buttercream textured paste
5. Transfer it to a container for storage.
Method 2: Recommended for smaller amounts
In this method you simply turn on the the kettle and add boiling water to your mix.
1. Combine the powder ingredients in a large heatproof bowl taking care not to breathe in any raised particles.
2. Add boiling water, stirring constantly, until the ingredients are fully melted and combined.
3. Once your mixture is fully combined, allow it to cool. The mixture will thicken as it cools.
4. Once it has solidified, blitz it with a stick blender/masher to create a buttercream textured paste
5. Transfer it to a container for storage.
Uses for Laundry Butter
Just like Gumption or Jif cleaners this is a multipurpose cleaning paste that can be used in too many ways to list here, however this article will give you some suggested ways to use it 'Uses For Laundry Butter Cleaning Paste'
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