Are you looking for a universal, ecological and at the same time affordable household product? Borax is a natural mineral that can solve many problems – from cleaning to gardening. This inconspicuous white powder is becoming a hit among housewives. See how it can make your life easier!
What is borax and why should you have it at home?
Borax, chemically sodium tetraborate, is a natural colorless and odorless mineral. Its history goes deep into the pastwhen it was imported from distant Asia along the Silk Road. Europe had to wait for its own deposits until the 19th century, when rich deposits appeared in Italy and Turkey. Today, this universal helper finds application in many industries – from the production of ceramics to the cosmetic industry to home cleaning. You can find it in gardening stores, organic stores or on the Internet for an affordable price.
Goodbye, uninvited visitors! A natural weapon against insects
Ants in the kitchen? Fish in the bathroom? Borax is an effective solution against all kinds of annoying insects. Prepare a simple solution for ants and fish: mix a glass of water, two glasses of sugar and two tablespoons of borax. First boil the water with sugar and after it cools down, add the borax. Pour this solution on flat plates and place them where insects are most likely to be found. To combat cockroaches, mix two tablespoons of borax with two teaspoons of powdered sugar. You can even dispose of a wasp nest using a 1:9 solution of borax and water.
Cleaning without chemicals: The miraculous power of borax
Forget expensive cleaning products full of chemicals. Borax can deal with any dirt in a natural way. Your washing machine will be like new again – just run two washing cycles. Add four tablespoons of borax with a pinch of soda to the first, and three-quarters of a glass of vinegar to the second. The result? Perfectly disinfected washing machine without mold and odor.
Silver jewelry and cutlery will regain their shine thanks to a paste of borax and lemon juice in a ratio of 1:1. Gently rub the paste into the surface and wipe with a cotton cloth. Yellowed laundry? Soak it for 30 minutes in a solution of a teaspoon of borax and four liters of water. For stubborn stains from wine, coffee or grease, add borax directly to the washing powder.
Gardening helper and natural preservative
Borax contains boron – an irreplaceable element for healthy plant growth. It supports pollination, protects against infections and regulates flowering. The result is richer crops and more resilient plants. It even extends the life of cut flowers – just add a pinch to the water in the vase.
ATTENTION: Despite all the benefits, borax should be handled with care. Use gloves when working and ventilate thoroughly after cleaning. Store out of reach of children.
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