Copycat Dawn Platinum Powerwash Spray
After a good deal of testing, sniffing, researching, questioning, and snooping, here it is... a reliable copycat recipe for Dawn Platinum Powerwash Dish Spray. This DIY version delivers the same grease-cutting performance for a fraction of the cost, with simple variations that let you fine-tune scent and strength based on what you have on hand.
Servings: 16 ounces
Cost: About $1 per bottle
Equipment
- Clean, empty Dawn Powerwash spray bottle (or any 16 oz. or larger spray bottle)
- measuring spoon
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Blue Dawn Platinum Dishwashing Liquid (1/4 cup)
- 1½ tablespoons 70% isopropyl rubbing alcohol
- 1¾ cups distilled water
Instructions
- Pour 1¾ cups distilled water into a clean, empty spray bottle.
- Add 4 tablespoons (¼ cup) Blue Dawn Platinum Dishwashing Liquid.
- Add 1½ tablespoons 70% isopropyl alcohol.
- Attach the spray top securely.
- Shake gently to combine.
- Let the mixture sit for a few hours before using so the ingredients can fully meld.
Notes
Variation #1: Alternative Scent
Substitute Blue Dawn Ultra Original for Blue Dawn Platinum. Blue Dawn Platinum comes in several scents, including Refreshing Rain and Fresh Scent. Personally, I find both a bit much. Blue Dawn Original has a cleaner, more neutral scent, and in testing, the performance difference in this DIY recipe is negligible—despite P&G’s claims that Platinum cleans faster.Variation #2: More Powerful
Substitute 91% isopropyl alcohol for 70%. The difference is simple: 91% alcohol contains less water than 70%. That higher alcohol ratio can slightly boost cleaning power and speed evaporation. This is a good option if 91% alcohol is what you already have on hand.Variation #3: Most Powerful (Use With Care)
Substitute 4 tablespoons denatured alcohol for the isopropyl alcohol. This variation seriously boosts cleaning strength, but it’s not for casual use. Denatured alcohol is a strong solvent typically found in garages or workshops and must be handled with care. Keep it out of reach of children, wear gloves, and always follow label instructions. When properly diluted, denatured alcohol works as both a cleaner and sanitizer, but this option is best reserved for those comfortable handling stronger materials.