Making your own laundry detergent with bar soap is a popular DIY project. One common method involves preparing a bar of soap and combining it with water.
Here's how to start making laundry detergent using a bar of soap, based on one recipe:
Gather Your Materials
You will need a bar of soap (specifically, a 5-ounce bar of Fels Naptha Soap is mentioned in one method), water, a cheese grater, a saucepan, and a large container like a five-gallon bucket.
Step-by-Step Instructions (Based on Reference)
Follow these initial steps to begin the process of making bar soap laundry detergent:
- Prepare the Soap: Shred a 5 ounce bar of Fels Naptha Soap using a cheese grater. This breaks down the soap into smaller pieces, making it easier to dissolve.
- Melt the Soap: Put the shredded soap in a saucepan with 2 cups of water, over medium heat. Stir constantly while heating until the soap is all melted. Continuous stirring prevents the soap from sticking or burning.
- Prepare the Base: Fill a five gallon bucket 1/2 way with water. This large bucket will serve as the main container for your detergent batch.
These steps lay the foundation for a larger batch of homemade liquid laundry detergent using bar soap.
By following these initial steps, you prepare the soap base and the main container for mixing your homemade laundry detergent.
