How-To Make Your Own Bleach Paste by Steve Parente

[@owlrecluse2234]

Hello from almost 10 years later, I plan on using this to reverse tie dye a sweatshirt. I think it’ll turn out really cool. Thank you for the easy to follow video. :)

[@StevenParente]

Thanks for watching! It should work great for what you plant to do., As a paste, it lasts for a day or two, so mix up only what you need to use. It's still usable after that, but not as thick.

[@samjan718]

This is never a video I thought I would need, or search for, and yet here I am... thank you for making this video lol

[@StevenParente]

Thank you for watching Samantha!

[@emilyholloway8659]

These days most people avoid bleach at all costs however, I love using bleach for a lot of my cleaning needs. I've been looking for a video like this for a long time so I really appreciate you for this and I thank you so much! I have officially subscribed to your channel 🎉 and I look forward to learning more from you so please keep it up!

[@StevenParente]

I use hydrogen peroxide and alcohol quite a lot for disinfecting, but bleach is the best (in my opinion) to control mold and killing bacteria, especially in shower areas, on kitchen cutting boards and other areas. Thank you for subscribing. Happy New Year!

[@DanBurgaud]

very nice idea for cleaning the tiles. previously I soak toilet paper with bleach and plaster the tiles. but with your idea, cleaning tiles will be so much easier!

[@StevenParente]

I actually use both methods! Thanks for watching.

[@StevenParente]

This is normal household bleach, so could be used to bleach clothes. Some people use it in a large syringe to draw patterns on dark colors. Depending on how long you let it stay on the clothes, the line work will bleach out white or a lighter color of the original color.

[@ExhibitTruth]

I’ll be trying this on a shower/tub on an RV I’m about to sell. I’ll be quadrupling the volume for such a large surface, and let you know if it works or how well it does. I’m confident. Thank you for the video, 8 years later 😂

[@StevenParente]

Thanks for watching! Be sure to use it the same day. It has a tendency to get thin after a couple of days.

[@doveoo5]

This is very useful, and I thank you for posting it. (and Debbie Thompson for her inspiration?) I would, however, like to mention that it would be wise to label the container in case there are young 'uns about.

[@jpolowin0]

It doesn't matter much what kind of pan you use for cooking the cornstarch and water mixture, but it's best not to have concentrated bleach solutions / mixtures in contact with some kinds of metals. Bleach damages aluminum by corrosion, and also isn't good on copper, giving blue/green compounds. Pretty hard on cast iron, too. Stainless steel is fine, as is enamelware or glass. Non-stick surfaces can be variable. Unless your cookware is a safe material, you might want to do your mixing of the bleach with the paste in some other container. The cornstarch/water paste can be cooked up in a microwave oven, in a microwave-safe container, instead of on the stove.

[@StevenParente]

Thanks for the excellent input Joel and for watching!

[@jpolowin0]

One other note: It is NOT SAFE to heat mixtures or solutions containing bleach in a microwave oven! They absorb microwave energy strongly and heat up very rapidly, and will release chlorine gas when they're hot. Chlorine gas is corrosive to both lungs and metal. If you're preparing bleach paste using a microwave, only use it to make the constarch/water mixture. It also isn't safe to reheat the paste on the stove after you've mixed the bleach into it, of course, for similar reasons.

[@gabrielladelfinadiblasio7398]

Awesome trick, just what i needed! Thanks for posting 🙂

[@StevenParente]

Thanks for watching Gabriella!

[@Mad_Dog_of_the_Regime]

Looks yummy.

[@958342]

I came her needing something for my tiles and the first thing I see him do is sit by the tiles lol

[@FrankGutowski-ls8jt]

It’s also called a polstice. You could try this using a polstice of Oxiclean instead to compare hydrogen peroxide with sodium hypochlorite for effectiveness.

[@27kjh]

I made this and everything went very well. I had a nice bleach gel…no clumps. Then a couple of hours later after getting it into the bottle, it turned into a liquid. I could see a few small clumps in the bottle…not many. Any idea what went wrong??

[@StevenParente]

It doesn't stay thick long. It needs to be used the same day. When I make, it lasts a little longer. Maybe try a little more cornstarch. Thanks for watching!

[@27kjh]

@@StevenParente okay I just assumed it would last a while as as gel…like the Clorox Bleach Pen. Thanks for your reply and the video.

[@27kjh]

@@95_Nepentheses any suggestions on a different thickener I could use?

[@27kjh]

@@95_Nepentheses thank you.

[@pjohnson1628]

Thanks so much for this!!!!

[@StevenParente]

Thanks for watching P Johnson!

[@StevenParente]

I don't think baking powder will thicken the mixture, you need cornstarch, tapioca starch or other starch. Starches work by absorbing the moisture when heat is applied. It's like a catalyst and it works at a molecular level. You might get by with a tablespoon of flour, as it has starch in it, but I've never tried it. It might get too thick.

[@eliagamer7588]

Excellent 👌

[@StevenParente]

Thank you Saima and thanks for watching!

[@Pinkapotomus]

I hope you’re still replying to comments- did you add the bleach while the mixture was still warm or let it cool completely(advice from another recipe)? I made this and let the mixture cool and it was lumpy like tapioca when I mixed the bleach in and to get it to the consistency I needed I added a/b 2c of bleach.

[@StevenParente]

I let the mixture cool down, but it was still warm. As a paste, it lasts for a day or two, so mix up only what you need to use. It's still usable after that, but not as thick. Thanks for watching!

[@Pinkapotomus]

@@StevenParente Thank you!!

[@StevenParente]

As a paste, it lasts for a day or two, so mix up only what you need to use. It's still usable after that, but not as thick.

[@abbys-km2ku]

How long do I let it cool?

[@StevenParente]

It will thicken a little more as it cools, which is good when applying to kill mold on tiles and other cleaning chores. Some people use it in a large syringe or squeeze bottle to draw patterns on dark colored clothes and wash right away after the desired effects. The thickness prevents it from running. And it's best to use it within a day or two, because it will start to thin after that. Thanks for watching! Make sure to use gloves! You don't want any household bleach like this, to come into contact your skin.

[@rosedowneyart9907]

Pamela Eikleberry only if u put layers on, if you only use one layer of the bleech paste and let is sink in for about 10 mins it wont, buuut when using it on black material (dont know about other colours) it will only be a coppery colour.

[@mea4now]

Does anyone know how long it needs to stay on to work?

[@StevenParente]

It works fairly quickly, depending on how dark the dye is in your fabric. Within a minute or two, but you might need to let it set for more than that. Experiment and make tests before using it on your final project. It only stays thick for about a day. Thanks for watching!

[@mea4now]

​@@StevenParenteI am using it on the cornice of our bathroom where mold tends to occur.

[@StevenParente]

@@mea4now It should work well for mold. I've let it work for around 10 minutes and it seems to work well in hard to reach areas. Mold grows quickly in Hawaii!

[@kevinthemayor]

Could you add soft scrub with bleach to this mixture instead of just plain bleach? This video is exactly what I was looking for, a goo or paste type that don’t just run down the shower wall, it stays where you want it

[@StevenParente]

Thanks for watching Kevin. I don't know about soft scrub, I'll have to look into it. You would need to be careful about what ingredients might react with bleach, but a rudimentary search shows that soft scrub already has bleach in it. FYI - you need to use the mixture after mixing, it will start to thin after a few days.

[@macplastering]

good video man thanks for posting

[@StevenParente]

Thanks for watching!

[@declanekkel5971]

Can it whiten a deer head?

[@StevenParente]

Aloha Declan, if you normally use bleach to whiten a deer skull, I don't see why not, it's bleach. I'm not sure if it would penetrate the entire skull. Just searched online and it seems that you soak the skull (not the antlers) in a solution of water and bleach... OR a mixture of peroxide. See: muskethunting.com/how-to-bleach-a-deer-skull/. The bleach paste mixture could be used for touch ups. Thanks for watching!

[@StevenParente]

Yes, it will still work as a bleach. It won't thicken into a paste if it's unheated.

[@Trekkor77]

Have you also done this with vinegar?

[@StevenParente]

I have not, but interesting idea. Thanks for watching!

[@sallyknowles9022]

What a great thing to know! Thanks

[@StevenParente]

Again... thanks for watching Sally. It needs to be used right away. It doesn't stay thick over time.

[@StevenParente]

You'll need some kind of starch to thicken the mixture. Cornstarch is usually available at any grocery store.

[@xoxjungle16]

cool im going to use this for art :)

[@Jcastillo507]

This is very helpful! Thanks!!!

[@StevenParente]

Thank you and thank you for watching Jessica.

[@Jillian1stJohn3-9-10]

Is each batch only good for one use only , or will it last on a Shelf for weeks and months?

[@StevenParente]

Aloha Jillian. It's best to use the day you make each batch. It might stay thick for a couple of days, but it starts to get thin the longer it sits. Thanks for watching.

[@katier1935]

Just FYI I made this using the exact specified amounts TWICE and both times the paste turned back to a liquid as soon as even a small amount of bleach was added. Not sure if I'm just doing something wrong or whatnot. Looks like I will have to find a different way to make this.

[@StevenParente]

+Katie Rives Once you make it, you should use it asap. It will revert back into more of a liquid if you let it set too long.

[@ivansgirl144]

Same! so I tried to go slower adding only one tablespoon at a time of the bleach. But as soon as the single tablespoon hit it was immediately back to a consistency of water. It wasn't sitting around, this is happening as it's cooking. The heat was off. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong either

[@aphrodity56]

It may be that you didn't heat and/or mix it enough. The properties of the cornstarch and water change when they are heated/cooked and mixed correctly. It's important that you mix them completely before and as it is cooking. It's also important that you cook it for the right amount of time and let it cool first. I am not sure but maybe that will help. Make sure it is mixed well and that you cook it long enough for it to change in color and texture. Then let it cool for a bit. I am no expert, but I hope that helps!

[@aphrodity56]

@@StevenParente I was going to ask about the shelf life, but this answers my question. Thanks!

[@Jane-st3ed]

@@StevenParente Your patience in answering the same question 59,000 times deserves a reward!!!

[@brendakipperman948]

thx for sharing!!.. I want to make my gallon of bleach thicker for non-splash effect.. will this principle work?.. TYIA..

[@StevenParente]

It should, but it will only stay thick for a few hours. Only make up enough to do the job. I'm going to experiment with a couple of other thickeners that won't react with the bleach and see if it lasts longer.

[@StevenParente]

I will try that and see. Thank you.

[@StevenParente]

It should work well for a non-splash effect Brenda. Thank you for watching.

[@richrachh]

awesome! thanks, now i don't have to waste my money!

[@shahannasedat8147]

Hi steven, thanks for the video but could you please Tell me exactly which ingredients you used. Am french and i did not exactly understand the ingredients you've used. Am much better in writing and reading english than talking and listening. Thank you😊

[@StevenParente]

+sedat shahanna It is household bleach, corn starch and water. Thank you for watching. The ratios are above, in the comments section and you can make thicker or thinner by adding more or less corn starch. The mixture will last a couple of days, but get thinner after that.

[@choshannaasson9609]

Can We Use This To Bleach Clothes ?

[@heathercalun4919]

I'm not disliking the video, but for the record I was looking for how to make BLEACH? Such as with salt and electricity? Clearly I can just mix bleach with water and cornstarch. I mean it's not Steven's Fault, but the algorithm could use some returning; this is the top result I found.

[@creativeunion5167]

gr8 information

[@StevenParente]

Thank you for watching!

[@laurynkouchi5570]

will it still work as a bleach if you dont heat it up

[@janiceflock9799]

I made some some months ago, but didn't get to use it. I stored it in a plastic squeeze bottle and it separated almost immediately. Tried using it today after remixing it, but it is still all watery. Is there a way to thicken it back up? Is the bleach still able to bleach or has it chemically changed into something else?

[@StevenParente]

Aloha Janice, the solution needs to be used right away. I think the bleach will still work, although I found that bleach gets weaker over time.

[@janiceflock9799]

@@StevenParente Thank you.

[@StevenParente]

You're welcome!

[@zahirshah533]

sir , good video . can we use for cloth or no , i am from pakistan , please give me ansawer , thanks

[@StevenParente]

Aloha Zahir. Yes, you could apply a design onto dark cloth by drawing the paste with the sqeeze bottler or other applicator. Let it set for a few seconds for a lighter color, or longer for a much lighter color and then rinse well with water to remove all the bleach. Thank you for watching!

[@apoorvajadhav1201]

good n useful...ty

[@StevenParente]

+apoorva jadhav Thank you for watching.

[@ema2761]

thanks a lot

[@StevenParente]

Thank you for watching!

[@zatrat5696]

Yes I want to draw on shirts hah

[@lovelysophxox]

I want to use bleach to make some bleached shorts. Will this work?

[@StevenParente]

Try it on some scrap fabric or cloths and see if you get the effect you'd like.

[@lovelysophxox]

Steven Parente k thanks! :)

[@veronicakhora9946]

is there any other method of making that paste? can i use some other ingredient instead of corn starch??

[@Alex16bit]

If your concern is the shelf life of the mixture, don't be concerned :) the bleach actually preserves it quite well :)

[@elinix90]

Can u use this on hair? Idk why... But I just want to bleach my hair more natural n stufff.... That's why i'm here. .

[@StevenParente]

+Elina Rancane No, you should not! Never use bleach on your hair. Hair designers use other types of chemicals for hair color work.

[@zahirshah533]

sir , can i use powder bleach for paste making ?

[@StevenParente]

Aloha Zahir. I don't know, I've never tried powdered bleach. Thank you for watching.

[@ooohlaa13]

Is it not true that bleach is not bleach. If you buy it in Dollar Tree you get a watered down version, less potent. This could also have some molecular effect in the formula. Maybe experiment with pool bleach, or industrial bleach or double bleach strength to see if the gel could hold up better. Cheap bleach is watered down you have to use more for same result. I would think this would have to factor in somehow.

[@StevenParente]

Good input Barbara! Thank you for watching.

[@Bella-wl6fn]

cool, many thank yous...promise not to lighten my hair with it...🤣...

[@StevenParente]

Thanks for watching D C. Yeah, don't bleach your hair with it... Ha!

[@debbiethompson4518]

Hi Steven, I would love it if you would at least mention my blog post, where this recipe first appeared. I worked very hard to figure something out that no one else had before, and I think that deserves some credit. Your comments won't let me leave the link, but if you search on Google, you'll find it at MeandMyDIY. Thanks.

[@mindrhapsodyofficial]

I just made this and it separated within minutes:( what did I do wrong?

[@StevenParente]

Aloha Natalie, I don't know, that's never happenned when I've mixed up a batch. Possibly not enough cornstarch to water ratio? Maybe not enough heat? I would try these ideas.

[@planetjazzy]

NooOooO this is not the type of bleach for hair~!~ you will go bald~!

[@apoorvajadhav1201]

wc

[@MrsAmpora]

Could someone use this as hair bleach?

[@elinix90]

Idk even what bleach paste is... 😂 I just searched how to make bleach. ...

[@StevenParente]

Elina Rancane This is house-hold, laundry bleach, that is thickened so it isn't the consistency of water. I use it to clean tile, because bleach is very effective at killing mold. It will stick to the tile and kill mold and not run off. An artist might put this bleach paste it into a container, like a ketchup of mustard bottle with a thin spout and draw onto dark colored fabrics. This is similar to the effect that one might get if they were to do Batique dying dyeing on fabric. Look this up in Google. But in the reverse. Batique fabric artists draw with wax as a resist and then dye the fabric. If you draw with bleach onto dark colored fabrics, you will create a much lighter shade, so it's like drawing on fabric. But make sure to wear gloves and wash right away, because bleach is corrosive to fabrics. As for your hair, hair salons mainly use Hydrogen Peroxide, which is much less toxic, but they still take many precautions when they lighten hair. So never use household bleach on your hair. Also... if you use bleach, make sure you have a well ventilated area. I have fans running. And never... EVER mix bleach with any other household cleaners or chemicals... EVER!!!! It can create a toxic gas that can kill you or damage your lungs.

[@StevenParente]

If you are looking for lightening your hair, be sure to add the word "hair" in your search. "How to make hair bleach paste" You'll find several sights and they all mainly use Hydrogen Peroxide and a thickener. Never use household bleach in your hair or get it on your hands.

[@eliagamer7588]

Plz translate in Urdu language

[@StevenParente]

I don't know how to do that. Do you?

[@acheergirl254]

you have the same last name as my girlfriend....cool

[@StevenParente]

That's interesting Gamzee. Parente with an "e" at the end is fairly rare, unless you're in Italy. The more common spelling is with an "i" at the end. Maybe your girlfriend is a distant cousin or something?

[@acheergirl254]

Steven Parente idk she from england so i doubt

[@StevenParente]

Gamzee Makara Interesting. Are her ancestors French or Italian? This is also a French spelling. Fascinating how people immigrated and where they ended up.

[@acheergirl254]

nope they russian and british

[@StevenParente]

I wouldn't recommend that.

[@christinscharrer6955]

wee