Cleaning Paste Mix

Although its known as 'Laundry Butter' it can be used all around the home from the showers, sinks, ovens to even washing clothes and dishes. Try it once and you will never go back!

• 300g of mix creates over 1 litre of powerful cleaning paste
• Receive instructions and usage tips with your product
  

This is an old but wonderful recipe to make a potent cleaning paste suitable for various surfaces, providing a versatile solution for your cleaning needs.

Effortlessly create the cleaning paste by adding boiling water to the mix and blitzing it to achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.

This Laundry Butter Mix contains the following ingredients which are available in the DIY Ingredients collection.

• Washing Soda
• Borax
• Coconut Soap Flakes

Kitchen

• Apply the cleaning paste on kitchen countertops, cutting boards, and surfaces.
• Use the paste to clean stovetops, ovens, and the exterior of kitchen
  appliances. The abrasive and alkali nature of the paste helps tackle stubborn
  grease and grime.
• Has been used for washing dishes by hand and in the dishwasher
• Soak heavily soiled pots and pans

Laundry

• Use as a pre-treatment for stains by applying a small amount of the cleaning paste directly to stains on fabric before washing. Let it sit for a short period, then launder as usual for enhanced stain removal.
• Use in your washing machine to wash clothes.

Bathroom

• Use the paste on bathroom tiles and grout lines. The abrasive texture assists in removing soap scum and mildew.
• Apply the paste to bathroom sinks and vanities to remove toothpaste stains, soap residue, and watermarks.
  

General

• For an extra boost of fragrance, add a few drops of your favourite essential oil to the cleaning paste before application.
• Experiment with the addition of percarbonate for areas where a bleach effect is
  desired, such as bathroom surfaces or tile grout.

This Laundry Butter Mix is made from three powerhouse ingredients, all available individually in this DIY Ingredients collection:

• Washing Soda
• Borax
• Coconut Soap Flakes

I created this mix for those who aren’t quite ready to go full DIY, but still want to experience the handmade goodness. It’s a great way to dip your toe in and see the benefits and hopefully, this helps more people see just how simple and effective green cleaning can be.

Your cleaning paste mix is freshly made and packed when you order, with the option to fill your chosen container.

• 1L Clear Glass Jar - this is a food grade, quality jar. It is heat proof, making it ideal to just add boiling water to the jar to create your mix.
  
• Eco-Friendly Earth Bags - Made from brown recycled paper and a 100% natural corn-based biofilm, are both renewable and compostable. For optimal disposal, we recommend commercial composting after removing any tin ties and labels. Under the right conditions, these bags can decompose in about six months. Due to their compostable nature, Earth Bags are best for short-term ingredient storage. For long-term storage, transfer your ingredients to an airtight container.

How do I make the paste itself?
Because this is a smaller mix, you can simply tip it into a bowl (taking care not to breathe in any raised particles), pour in boiling water, and stir until mostly dissolved.

Then just let it cool - it will set into a solid but soft, gel-like consistency.

Now for the fun part: blitz or mash it up with whatever tool you’ve got on hand (stick blender, masher, even a KitchenAid if you're feeling fancy). I like a stick blender - quick and easy. Keep going until it turns into a fluffy, buttercream-like texture. Don’t be tempted eat it! 😄

Store in your airtight/labelled container and away you go!

How long does it last?
The prepared paste has a long shelf life. When stored in a sealed container, it remains effective for an extended period, even over a year. If it dries up, simply add some extra boiling water and re-mix.

How do I supercharge the paste?
Supercharging your paste with percarbonate gives you an oxygen-boosted cleaner -awesome for grout or tough bathroom jobs!Just follow these simple steps:

1. Scoop out the amount of laundry butter paste you need and place it in a bowl.
2. Start by adding 1–2 teaspoons of sodium percarbonate. You can always add more if needed, depending on how much paste you're using.
3. Add boiling water one tablespoon at a time. The heat activates the percarbonate and it’ll start to fizz and bubble - make sure your bowl is large enough, as it can rise quickly (like bread dough on fast-forward).
4. Apply the bubbling mix to the area you want to clean, give it a good scrub, and rinse well.

⚠️ Important: Don’t store any leftover paste that’s been activated with percarbonate. Once wet, it becomes an active oxybleach and isn’t stable to keep - make it fresh each time.

Is it safe on all surfaces?
Almost, but not quite everything. Because this paste is made from washing soda, borax, and coconut soap, it’s naturally alkaline and powerful.

⚠️ Avoid using it on aluminium as the alkalinity can cause corrosion.
⚠️ Be careful with painted or varnished surfaces as it may strip paint or dull the finish.
⚠️ Use caution on delicate or porous materials like marble, unsealed stone, or untreated timber - always spot test first.

When in doubt, test it on a hidden patch first. It’s a brilliant all-rounder, but like any strong cleaner, it needs a little common sense in how you use it.