DIY Dishwasher Tabs: The Budget-Friendly Solution for Clean Dishes

If you’re tired of buying expensive dishwasher tabs from the store, or you’re looking for a more eco-friendly solution, then this DIY dishwasher tab recipe is for you! With just a few simple ingredients, you can create your own dishwasher tabs that are not only effective at cleaning your dishes but are also easy on the wallet.

We all know that buying store-bought cleaning products can be costly, and not to mention, they can be full of harsh chemicals that are not ideal for our health or the environment. So, why not make your own? By using this easy-to-follow recipe, you can create your own dishwasher tabs that are safe, natural, and will get your dishes clean in no time.

Homemade Dishwasher Tablets

Plus, with just a few supplies that you can easily find at your local dollar store or hardware store, you can make a batch of over 40 dishwasher tabs that will last you for weeks. So, let’s get started on creating your own budget-friendly and eco-friendly solution for clean dishes with these DIY dishwasher tabs.

Supplies:

  • 1/2 cup of Epsom Salt
  • 1 cup of Borax
  • 1 cup of Washing Soda
  • 1/3 cup of Lemon Juice
  • Measuring Cup
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Silicone Ice Cube Trays
  • Spoon

Tips for Making Dishwasher Tablets at Home

When making these dishwashers tabs use silicone ice cube trays over plastic ice cube trays for this project. This will make it easier to remove your dishwasher tabs and help prevent them crumbling when you try to remove them from the ice cube tray.

It’s also important to mix the ingredients thoroughly to ensure that all the components are evenly distributed. This will help ensure that each tab contains the right amount of each ingredient and will clean your dishes effectively.

If you use the smaller silicone ice cube trays that are commonly found at the dollar store, this recipe will make over 40 dishwasher tabs. However, the exact number of tabs you will get will depend on the size of the ice cube trays you use and how much mixture you put into each compartment.

To maximize your yield, be sure to fill each compartment of the ice cube tray about 3/4 of the way full and let them dry completely before removing them from the tray. That way, you can be sure that each tab holds together well and will clean your dishes effectively.

Make sure to let your tabs dry completely before removing them from the ice cube trays. This will help them hold their shape and prevent them from falling apart when in your storage containers.

Once your tabs are dry, store them in an airtight container to prevent moisture from getting in and making them dissolve prematurely. This will help ensure that they last as long as possible.

The recipe provided is a great starting point, but feel free to adjust the ingredients to your liking. For example, you could add a few drops of essential oils for a fresh scent or increase the amount of lemon juice for extra cleaning power.

How to Make Homemade Dishwasher Tablets

Ready to get crafting? You will find the full tutorial below!

Yield: 40 Dishwasher Tablets

Homemade Dishwasher Tablets

Homemade Dishwasher Tablets
Active Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Difficulty Easy
Estimated Cost $3

Materials

  • 1/2 cup of Epsom Salt
  • 1 cup of Borax
  • 1 cup of Washing Soda
  • 1/3 cup of Lemon Juice

Tools

  • Measuring Cup
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Silicone Ice Cube Trays
  • Spoon

Instructions

  1. Gather your supplies.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of Epsom salt, 1 cup of borax, 1 cup of washing soda, and 1/3 cup of lemon juice. Mix everything together well until you have a uniform consistency.
  3. If the mixture is too dry, you can add a little more lemon juice to create a pastier consistency that will hold together better.
  4. Spoon the mixture into the silicone ice cube trays, filling each compartment about 3/4 of the way full. Be careful not to overfill as the mixture will expand as it dries.
  5. Once the ice cube trays are filled, allow them to dry for at least one hour. For best results, let them dry overnight.
  6. When the tabs are completely dry, remove them from the ice cube trays and store them in an airtight container.
  7. Use one tab per dishwasher load, placing it in the detergent compartment of your dishwasher.

Notes

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