SHTF & Everyday Dawn Dish Soap Uses

Published on July 27, 2014
Duration: 7:25

This video demonstrates multiple survival and everyday uses for standard blue Dawn dish soap beyond its common cleaning applications. Key uses include creating an anti-fog treatment for eyewear, a flexible DIY cold pack, a potent natural insecticide, and an effective weed killer. The speaker also touches on its utility for general cleaning, hygiene, and even as a component in DIY laundry detergent for SHTF scenarios.

Quick Summary

Standard blue Dawn dish soap offers multiple survival uses beyond cleaning. It can create an anti-fog treatment for eyewear, a flexible cold pack, a potent natural insecticide (2 tsp per quart of water), and an effective weed killer (1 tsp Dawn, 1 gallon vinegar, 1 cup salt).

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Dawn for Prepping
  2. 00:47Anti-Fog Treatment for Eyewear
  3. 01:25DIY Reusable Cold Pack
  4. 01:57DIY Insecticide / Bug Spray
  5. 03:56DIY Weed Killer Recipe
  6. 05:18Cleaning and Hygiene Uses

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some survival uses for Dawn dish soap?

Standard blue Dawn dish soap can be used for survival needs like creating an anti-fog treatment for eyewear, a flexible cold pack, a potent natural insecticide, and an effective weed killer. It's also useful for general cleaning and hygiene in SHTF scenarios.

How do you make a DIY insecticide with Dawn dish soap?

To create a DIY insecticide, mix approximately 2 teaspoons of Dawn dish soap with 1 quart of water in a spray bottle. This mixture effectively disrupts the exoskeletons of various insects, including wasps, flies, and spiders.

What is the recipe for a DIY weed killer using Dawn dish soap?

A simple and effective weed killer can be made by combining 1 teaspoon of Dawn dish soap, 1 gallon of white vinegar, and 1 cup of salt. The soap acts as a surfactant, enhancing the effectiveness of the vinegar and salt mixture on weeds.

Can Dawn dish soap prevent glasses from fogging up?

Yes, applying a small drop of Dawn dish soap to the inside of eyeglass or safety goggle lenses and then wiping it clear creates a thin film that resists condensation and fogging, which is useful during strenuous activities or at the shooting range.

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