Cheap "nondetergent" cleaner for tent?

[jsmla]

We really need to wash the fly for our tent and the instructions I've found all recommend a nondetergent cleanser. The only thing I've been able to find is expensive specialty stuff from camping supply stores.

Does anyone have a recipe for a nondetergent cleaner that I can make from stuff on hand at home?

Thanks!

 

[englishteacha]

Ivory soap? (not sure if it's detergent free) You could grate it up and mix it with warm water, or just run warm water over a bar. What about Borax or some baking soda? I've added them to homemade laundry soap before. Also, I know our local grocery store, Hannaford carries glycerin soap which is non detergent.

Is woolite a detergent? Or what about Ivory Snow?

 

[jsmla]

I was thinking Ivory soap too. I guess I'll have a nose around the store tomorrow! We need something that won't strip the water resistant coating from the fabric and seams.