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DIY Dawn Powerwash Recipe Refill Hack (It Works!)

June 23, 2025 By Heidi 22 Comments

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

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DIY Dawn Powerwash

Dawn Powerwash Recipe 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…

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Dawn Powerwash Recipe Refill

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. Dawn Dish Soap
  • 1 oz. 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!

How to Make Dawn Powerwash Refill

How to Make Dawn Powerwash Refill

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

Dawn Powerwash Refill

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!

DIY Dawn Powerwash

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

Leave a comment and share…

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    • Manila Spoon says

      July 3, 2025 at 9:31 pm

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

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        July 4, 2025 at 8:37 pm

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

        Reply
    • Jeff the Chef says

      June 30, 2025 at 7:02 am

      I love the Powerwash bottle. I’ve been using empty ones for other cleaners. But refilling one sounds like such a clever idea! I’m definitely going to give this a try!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 30, 2025 at 4:22 pm

        It’s definitely a cheaper alternative to buying a new bottle!

        Reply
    • Veronica Lee says

      June 25, 2025 at 1:20 am

      Awesome—I’ve already got everything I need at home, so I’m pumped to give this DIY a go!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 25, 2025 at 3:27 pm

        Having everything on hand makes it so much easier!

        Reply
    • Her Digital Coffee says

      June 24, 2025 at 9:03 am

      What an easy recipe! I haven’t had the chance to try Dawn Powerwash because it’s definitely pricey for the amount of dishes I do. I have all of these ingredients at home right now, so I’m excited to give it a try. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 25, 2025 at 3:32 pm

        Making it at home is the only way to go. You get all the benefits… for pennies!

        Reply
    • Healthy World Cuisine says

      June 24, 2025 at 4:45 am

      Must have been living under a rock because we did not even know that Dawn had a power wash soap. But not that you have introduced us to this brilliant DIY method of making your own – we must give it a go. Happy cleaning!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 25, 2025 at 3:31 pm

        We can all use a few easy hacks for making kitchen cleanup easier!

        Reply
    • Kathrine Eldridge says

      June 24, 2025 at 3:46 am

      I have never tried this product but have wanted to. Love the idea of creating your own refill. Thanks for sharing!

      https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 25, 2025 at 3:30 pm

        It’s such a great tool for cleaning tough to clean pots and pans, etc.

        Reply
    • David @ Spiced says

      June 24, 2025 at 3:17 am

      What!? That’s all that’s in Dawn Powerwash? That’s crazy. Thanks so much for the tip here – I love saving money!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 25, 2025 at 3:30 pm

        It’s crazy how much they charge for just adding in a little alcohol!

        Reply
    • Lisa's Notebook says

      June 24, 2025 at 1:13 am

      I hear so much about Dawn but we don’t have it over here in the UK – that said, I’m sure I can repeat this hack with something similar, so thank you for the great tips, Heidi!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 25, 2025 at 3:29 pm

        I bet you could create something similar with what you have available!

        Reply
    • Judee says

      June 23, 2025 at 6:41 pm

      I will definitely try this! I bought the power was but didn’t really grasp how it is different than regular Dawn. My husband ended up using it for a laundry spray…

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 25, 2025 at 3:28 pm

        That’s hilarious!

        Reply
    • Traci says

      June 23, 2025 at 2:56 pm

      I am totally doing this when my Dawn Powerwash runs out and it won’t be long LOL. Bookmarking this page! Thanks for the great alternative.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 25, 2025 at 3:28 pm

        It’s such a savvy way to save some money!

        Reply
    • Michelle says

      June 23, 2025 at 1:27 pm

      Oooh I’m always running out of Dawn powerwash — and absolutely had no idea there was isopropyl alcohol in it! I’ll have to give this a try soon!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 25, 2025 at 3:27 pm

        That is the magic extra ingredient… so simple!

        Reply

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