What can you use as a laundry detergent substitute?

Answer by  Mello10 (130)

A good substitute for laundry detergent is regular old baking soda. It can be applied directly to stains with a bit of water as a paste, then you can use the powder directly in the wash as you would regular powder detergent. A little white vinegar is also good to add to your whites, it will make them brighter.

Answer by  Tabatha (440)

White distilled vinegar cleans laundry very well and so does baking soda. You can use dish detergent but don't use too much or it will over suds.

Answer by  mom (244)

You can use dish detergent to wash clothing in a pinch. Dawn is a great substitute because it helps get grease stains lifted off your clothes. Shampoo will also work as a last resort.

Answer by  Darkephoenix (1789)

You can either use dish washing liquid, such as Dawn, Palmolive, etc. Or you can use soap shavings put into a cup of water and allowed to soften, preferable over night. You will have to do two rinses if you use the soap flakes though.