Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Anna Ostanina/Getty Images Borax, known for its multitasking cleaning ability, is a staple for brightening laundry, erasing tough ...

When you think of borax, you might picture your mom or grandma reaching for their go-to box on wash day. But the laundry staple is so much more than a detergent booster — its potent cleaning, ...

Borax is a naturally occurring mineral with industrial and household uses. It is a soft, white, many-sided crystal powder that dissolves readily in water. Borax can be a laundry detergent booster, ...