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*You should do this in a well-ventilated area, preferably in a fume hood or outdoors. | *You should do this in a well-ventilated area, preferably in a fume hood or outdoors. | ||
*'''DO NOT BREATHE THE FUMES'''. | *'''DO NOT BREATHE THE FUMES'''. | ||
| − | *Wash with vinegar if you get some on your skin (have some vinegar handy before starting the experiment) - '''DO NOT wash with water!'''. | + | *Wash with vinegar if you get some on your skin (have some vinegar handy before starting the experiment) - '''DO NOT wash with water!'''. |
*Mixing lye with water results in a chemical reaction that creates extreme heat - hence, washing lye off your hands (for example) with water will only initiate that reaction on your hand, resulting in chemical burn. | *Mixing lye with water results in a chemical reaction that creates extreme heat - hence, washing lye off your hands (for example) with water will only initiate that reaction on your hand, resulting in chemical burn. | ||
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# In another container add 2.1 oz. (59.5 g) of Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) to 6 oz. (170g) of water (do not ''add water to Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)'' - it will splatter) stir to dissolve and let cool to 110 F. | # In another container add 2.1 oz. (59.5 g) of Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) to 6 oz. (170g) of water (do not ''add water to Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)'' - it will splatter) stir to dissolve and let cool to 110 F. | ||
# Melt fat under low heat to 110°F (49°C) and add the Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) solution while stirring until the base has completely reacted with the fat (about 20 to 30 minutes) | # Melt fat under low heat to 110°F (49°C) and add the Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) solution while stirring until the base has completely reacted with the fat (about 20 to 30 minutes) | ||
| − | # Pour the mixture | + | # Pour the mixture into molds. |
# Let this cool and sit for a day or two. Let the soap cakes cure for three weeks before using. | # Let this cool and sit for a day or two. Let the soap cakes cure for three weeks before using. | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:46, 15 July 2022
Re-edited info from Do-It-Yourself/Soap on WikiBooks.
Making soap
Equipment
- Any sort of animal or vegetable fat.
- Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH), also known as lye.
- Glass beaker and stirring rod.
- Bunsen burner or other means of heating solution.
- Mold for making soap bars (any flexible plastic container).
- Vinegar, just in case.
| SAFETY NOTES |
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| SAFETY NOTES |
What to do
- Place 16 oz. of any fat, such as oil or butter in a beaker.
- In another container add 2.1 oz. (59.5 g) of Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) to 6 oz. (170g) of water (do not add water to Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) - it will splatter) stir to dissolve and let cool to 110 F.
- Melt fat under low heat to 110°F (49°C) and add the Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) solution while stirring until the base has completely reacted with the fat (about 20 to 30 minutes)
- Pour the mixture into molds.
- Let this cool and sit for a day or two. Let the soap cakes cure for three weeks before using.
Additional Soapmaking References
- History and Process of Soap Making
- Cold process for Soapmaking
- Melt and Pour process for Soapmaking
- Rebatching technique
