Easy Homemade Spray Wash

Eten en Voeden
Dec 30, 2025
2 min read

If you do a lot of dishes & laundry (hello, kids, sourdough baking, and everyday life), you know how fast stain removers disappear—and how pricey they can be. This easy homemade spray wash is one of the easiest homemade swaps to do. It’s simple, inexpensive, and made with ingredients most of us already have under the sink.

It works especially well on grease, food spills, kid messes, and everyday wear stains.

Why Make Your Own Spray Wash?

Budget-friendly – costs pennies per bottle
Quick to mix – no heating or special tools
Effective – tackles grease and food stains
Refillable & low waste – reuse the same spray bottle

If you’re already making things from scratch in your home, this one just makes sense.

Ingredients

You only need three simple ingredients:

1/3 cup Dawn dish soap
2 tablespoons 70% rubbing alcohol
Water (to fill the bottle)

Note: Dawn works best because it’s designed to cut grease. Other dish soaps may not give the same results.

How to Make Homemade Spray Wash

Add 1/3 cup Dawn dish soap to a foaming spray bottle or empty Dawn spraywash bottle.
Pour in 2 tablespoons of 70% rubbing alcohol.
Fill the rest of the bottle with water.
Add a few drops of essential oils if you desire.
Gently swirl to combine (don’t shake—this helps prevent too many bubbles).

How to Use It

Spray directly onto the stain.
Let it sit for 5–15 minutes (longer for tougher stains).
Wash as usual.

For set-in stains, gently rub the fabric together or use a soft brush before washing.

What This Spray Wash Works Best On

Grease and oil stains
Food spills
Kid messes
Everyday grime on clothing

Tips for Best Results

Always check care labels before using on delicate fabrics
Test on an inconspicuous area if you’re unsure
Store away from children
Label your bottle clearly

Final Thoughts

This homemade spray wash is one of those simple swaps that just works. It saves money, cuts down on store-bought products, and keeps laundry & kitchen cleaning manageable—especially in a busy, messy household.

If you love practical, from-scratch homemaking solutions, this is a must-try.