Borax...the multipurpose household wonder

A common item in homes of people that choose a cheaper living lifestyle is Borax or boric acid. Borax can be found in the laundry aisle of most any store.

In addition to being a "laundry booster," Borax is a component used in many homemade cleaners, detergents and pest control solutions. Future entries on this blog will feature recipes using Borax.