BORAX Powder 25kg | Multi-Purpose Cleaning, Laundry, DIY, Pest Control

What Is Borax Powder? Multi-Purpose Cleaning, Laundry, DIY & Pest Control

Pure Borax Australia (Sodium Tetraborate Decahydrate) is a soft, naturally occurring white crystalline mineral with no odour, mined directly from the ground and trusted for generations by Australian growers and households.

It dissolves easily in water and works as a strong multi-purpose agent for cleaning, pest control, gardening and DIY.

If you've been searching for where to buy Borax in Australia, the BORAX Powder 25kg range here at BPG Supplies is a solid one-stop option. It's phosphate-free and chlorine-free, and can be used throughout the house.

A Powerful Mineral for Eco-Friendly Living

Borax is one of the most versatile and affordable natural minerals you can buy online for household and DIY use. It contains no synthetic harsh chemical cleaners, yet still helps remove tough stains, neutralise odours, kill insects, control weeds and extend the life of cut flowers, all without leaving harmful residues.

Put it to work across dozens of daily tasks at home, in the garden, or in a small business.

Borax Powder Benefits

• Effective natural stain remover and multi-surface cleaner
• Kills ants, cockroaches and other common household insects
• Helps keep garden beds and pathways clear of weeds
• Neutralises odours naturally around the house
• Phosphate-free and chlorine-free, better for the environment
• Extends the life of plants and fresh-cut flowers
• Fully soluble in water with no residue

Borax Powder Uses

Toilets and Drains

Pour Borax powder into the toilet bowl or drain, wait 15 to 30 minutes, then scrub and flush. It keeps pipes free of grime, eliminates bacteria and deodorises naturally, without harsh chemical cleaners.

Laundry

Add half a cup to your laundry load to soften the water, boost your detergent's performance and lift stubborn stains. It's safe on most fabrics, whitens whites, and removes smells from work or sports clothing.

Cookware

Make a paste with Borax and warm water, then rub it onto greasy or stained cookware. It lifts baked-on grease and food residue from pots, pans and oven trays without scratching surfaces.

Garbage Disposal

Add a little to your bin or disposal and flush with warm water to deodorise and disinfect. Regular use helps stop bacteria and odours building up in kitchen waste areas.

Managing Odour

Borax neutralises odours rather than masking them. Lightly sprinkle it on carpets, rugs or upholstery, leave for a few hours, then vacuum thoroughly to clear pet, smoke or moisture smells from embedded fibres.

Cosmetics & Toiletries

Borax has long been used in DIY cosmetics, bath soaks and personal care products. It can be combined with other natural ingredients for homemade bath salts, skin-softening soaks, or DIY slime projects (adult supervision required).

Tips for Using Borax Powder Safely

• Always wear gloves when handling Borax and avoid prolonged skin contact
• Keep out of reach of children and pets at all times
• For laundry, add ½ cup per load to soften water and boost cleaning performance
• For DIY slime, mix ½ tsp with warm water, with adult supervision at all times
• Store in a cool, dry place in a sealed container away from moisture
• Do not ingest, and wash hands thoroughly after every use
• Phosphate-free and chlorine-free, a more environmentally conscious choice than many conventional cleaners

FAQS

Where can I buy Borax in Australia?
You can buy Borax online from BPG Supplies, available in sizes up to 25kg and delivered Australia-wide. It's a phosphate-free, chlorine-free formula suitable for cleaning, laundry, gardening and DIY.

What is Borax powder made of?
Borax is sodium tetraborate decahydrate, a naturally occurring mineral mined from the ground. It's a soft, odourless white crystalline powder that dissolves easily in water.

Is Borax safe to use around the home?
Used correctly, yes. Wear gloves, avoid prolonged skin contact, keep it away from children and pets, and never ingest it. Stored in a sealed container in a cool, dry place, it stays effective for a long time.

Can Borax be used in laundry?
Yes. Half a cup per load softens water, improves detergent performance, whitens whites and removes stubborn odours from work and sports clothing. It's safe on most fabrics.

Does Borax kill ants and cockroaches?
Yes. Borax is widely used as a natural insect control for ants, cockroaches and other common household pests.

Is Borax environmentally friendly?
It's phosphate-free and chlorine-free, which makes it a more environmentally conscious choice than many conventional synthetic cleaners.