Make Your Own Rinse Aid: Recipe and Instructions
Many swear by rinse aid for the dishwasher. Here we show you how to make your own rinse aid – inexpensive, quick and easy to make.
A dishwasher is a real (time) gain in the household. But for that we also need to have dishwasher tabs or powder in the house. Often a rinse aid is also recommended, which should ensure lime-free glasses and faster drying of the dishes. If you ever run out of it: no problem! We have found a good recipe to replace the rinse aid (and the dishwasher tabs).
Make your own rinse aid: Easy-peasy instructions
If you take a look at the ingredients of a rinse aid pack, you will probably find that not many substances are listed. And the good thing is that you can get the ingredients for a homemade rinse aid in any drugstore – or even have them at home.
You need this for 250 ml of rinse aid:
- 150 ml methylated spirits
- 100 ml lukewarm water
- 40 g citric acid (powder)
- Empty glass bottle
- Possible funnel
This is how you make your own rinse aid
- Mix the citric acid with the lukewarm water until it has completely dissolved.
- Then add the alcohol (methylated spirits).
- Now pour the mixture into an empty bottle, possibly using a funnel to help.
Now the rinse aid is ready for the machine!