13 Ways to Use Borax Around the House

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Unclog your toilets

You can also unclog your toilet using borax. Scoop out as much water as you can from the bowl, and then add a half a cup of borax powder. Let it sit for 15 minutes, then pour 2 cups of boiling water in, and flush. Repeat as needed.

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Get rid of streaks on windows and mirrors

For streak-free glass, mix three cups of warm water with two tablespoons of borax powder until it’s completely dissolved. Using a clean cloth, dip in and wipe down. Buff, shine, and be streak-free.

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Kill weeds

Kill weeds without chemical pesticides by mixing one and a quarter cups of borax powder with two and a half gallons of water. Spray ONLY on the weeds—this solution will kill any plant it touches, not just weeds. Also be sure to spray ONLY the foliage, and not the soil.