Would you like to get your dishes sparkling clean… on a dime? You’ll love this easy kitchen hack for a Dawn Power Wash Refill! It works like a charm!

Then… start gathering even more clever cleaning inspiration with these easy Homemade Cleaning Recipes!

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Dawn Power Wash Refill

Have you added Dawn Powerwash to your kitchen routine? When it comes to cleaning dishes, I love every shortcut and inexpensive trick I can find.

From my lovely kitchen robot (also known as my dishwasher) to my inexpensive DIY Foaming Dish Soap, dishes are easy to keep sparkling clean.

But when I found out about Dawn Platinum Powerwash spray, I was so excited to have another tool in the toolbox!

Ryan writes: "This stuff is awesome and works great."

What exactly is Dawn Powerwash?

Well… it’s a faster way to tackle those greasy dishes, in the form of a spray. It’s kind of like the benefit of soaking grimy dishes overnight, but usually works in only a few minutes.

The only problem is… the spray can be a little pricey.

That’s what brings us to this quick and easy DIY Dawn Powerwash Recipe Refill! Another Homemade Cleaner to the rescue!

Now you’ll be able to mix up your own spray bottle filled with Dawn Powerwash for pennies!

Here’s what you’ll need to get started…

Related: Walmart Money Saving Tips to help you score frugal cleaning supplies!

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Dawn Powerwash Refill Ingredients

Here are the simple recipe ingredients, with a BIG thanks to Emma sharing on the Frugal Girls Facebook page!

  • 2 oz. (1/4 cup) Dawn Dish Soap
  • 1 oz. (2 tablespoons) Isopropyl Alcohol (Rubbing Alcohol)
  • 13 oz. Distilled Water
  • 16 oz. Spray Bottle

That’s it!

See… I told you this was going to be EASY!

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How to Make Dawn Powerwash

Add all ingredients to a spray bottle, swirl to combine and gently shake, and you’re done!

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How to Use Dawn Powerwash

For lightly soiled dishes, spray directly on dishes, then rinse with warm water.

For heavily soiled dishes, spray directly on dishes, let sit for 3 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

Talk about EASY, right?

Now you can have an economical way to mix up some Dawn Powerwash once yours runs out… or simply make your own DIY version at home.

I love how inexpensive this dish cleaner is, and how well it works! Give it a try, and see what you think!

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So have you tried this Dawn Powerwash Recipe refill hack for yourself yet?

Leave a comment and share…

About Heidi Miller

Heidi Miller is the creator of The Frugal Girls, where she shares easy recipes with massive flavor! She has been creating and sharing recipes online for over 15 years, and brings warmth, expertise, and a personal touch to every recipe. Her work has been featured on Today.com, NBC, Fox, Parade, People, Country Living, Woman’s World, and more!

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24 Comments

  1. CoCo says:

    Dawn Powerwash is amazing so I’m super excited to try this simple and budget friendly hack, Heidi. We go through it all the time because it can be used in so many different ways! Thanks for making cleaning easy and for all the other recipes too. They help so much! Hugs, CoCo

    1. Heidi says:

      I agree, it really is such an easy way to save money!

  2. Manila Spoon says:

    Wow! Thank you for this! No more dirty blotchy-looking dishes! Love that it’s inexpensive, too!

    1. Heidi says:

      It works so well, I know you’ll love it!