7 Uses for Laundry Detergent You Never Thought Of

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Laundry detergent is a powerful cleaning agent that can do a lot more than just clean your clothes! Check out these other ways to put it to good use.

Unclog a Drain

Before you call the plumber, try this trick to unclog a blocked drain. Pour 1/4 cup of liquid laundry detergent down your sink, then slowly pour a gallon of boiling water down the drain. The hot water and slippery detergent work together to flush the clog right out. Then, fix your stinky garbage disposal.

All-Purpose Cleaner

The popular and Instagram-famous Go Clean Co cleaning company swears by this all-purpose cleaning solution. Mix 1/3 cup of bleach, one gallon of water and one teaspoon of Tide powdered laundry detergent. It works amazingly well on walls, bathroom surfaces and pretty much everywhere else!