I am looking for a good biodegradable, scent-free stain remover for laundry. Suggestions?
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I use this homemade stain remover as well as make the laundry detergent that's used in it and I've never had a problem. Now granted it might not get out REALLY tough stains but haven't had any problems with it yet.
The recipe is:
1/2c vinegar (no you won't be able to smell it on your clothes)
1/2c ammonia (same as above)
1/2c laundry soap
1/2c water
Put ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well. Spray on stain and let sit for about 5 min. before washing.
The recipe for the detergent I use is:
1/2 cup washing soda (NOT the same as baking soda but arm&hammer makes it)
1/2 cup borax
1/2 cup color safe powered bleach
1 bar ivory soap grated up with a cheese grater
Mix it all together in an airtight container. Use 1 TBSP for regular load and 2 TBSP for larger or tougher loads.
These not only do the trick on my laundry, but the are a lot more eco friendly than the stuff you buy at the store and only averages out to a few pennies per load!
I believe OxyClean is biodegradeable and works like a charm. The label says no dyes, perfumes or chlorine. I have ruined many clothes and towels through loss of color and holes resulting in the past with the use of bleach but have excellent results with stain removal with Oxy Clean which is also made with a generic name. I fill the washer, add the stain remover and soap, shush the mix around and leave for 30 minutes to soak. Once my timer goes off after the 30 minutes I begin the wash cycle again and let the cycle complete. I get whiter whites and stains removed from everything without leaving holes or removing color. Mary from Florida
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