Starch makes ironing easier, gives fabrics an elegant look and protects them from dirt. Find out how to make your own spray starch, perfect for ironing shirts, tablecloths or laundry. Its homemade version does not contain harmful substances present in commercial products. You can make it in just three minutes!

What is starch?

Starch is made from vegetable starch and water.

  • Its main purpose is to ensure the stiffness of fabrics, which facilitates ironing.
  • Starch also acts as a natural protective layer on fabrics, preventing dust and dirt from settling on them.
  • It is especially recommended for natural fibers such as cotton, linen and bamboo.
  • Unlike commercial ironing products, homemade starch does not contain harmful chemicals. Its natural composition makes it a safe solution for people who are looking for ecological alternatives and may be allergic to purchased specifics.

Preparing starch at home is extremely quick and cheap.

Homemade starch spray recipe

You only need three ingredients to make homemade starch spray. Here is a simple recipe.

Ingredients for homemade starch spray:

  • 1 tbsp of corn flour
  • 0.5 l of cold water
  • a few drops of essential oil

Preparation of homemade starch spray:

  1. In a bowl, mix the cornmeal and cold water until the ingredients are completely combined and form a milky liquid.
  2. If you want your homemade laundry spray to smell nice, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil. This way, you will get not only smooth, but also fragrant clothes.
  3. Pour the finished mixture into a spray bottle and carefully label it “Starch”, adding information to shake the bottle before each use, as starch tends to sink to the bottom.
  4. If the spray becomes clogged, just heat the starch mixture until it boils, then cool it and pour it back into the bottle.

How do you use homemade starch spray?

Using a starch spray makes ironing much easier. However, do not forget to shake the bottle before each use to mix the ingredients.

  • Before ironing, spray the spray on the clothes from a distance of about 20 cm. Concentrate especially on hard-to-reach areas such as collars and cuffs.
  • Leave the starch on for a few seconds to better penetrate the fabric.
  • Then iron the garment with a heated iron according to the garment manufacturer’s recommendations.

Starch will make it easier to guide the iron and help remove problematic folds.

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