Black Soap

Black soap is a vital ingredient in the art of fine lime plaster finishes and particularly Tadelakt. When applied on fresh plaster, the oil comes in contact with the water it was mixed with containing calcium particles. During polishing, the “fat” penetrates the plaster, deeper and deeper, creating a second saponification and reacts with the lime. This translates into waterproofing and visual shine, which is the result of a natural plastification of the plaster.

 

Furthermore, the black soap has many other uses and benefits:

Black Soap In the Home

Cleans and shines all surfaces: tile and wood floors; ceramic, plastic, marble, and cement finishes; leather; carpets; Mexican or terra cotta tiles, etc.

Directions: Do not rinse. Simply sponge on and rub thoroughly to shine.

Black Soap In the Kitchen

Dissolves greasy spots (stoves, cooktops, pots and pans, deep fryers, dishes, tablecloths, napkins, windows).

Directions: Dilute 3 tablespoons of soap in 1 gallon of very hot water.

Black Soap In the Garden

Effective cleaner for aphid-induced sooty molds and other fungi on leaves and plants.

Directions: Dilute 2 tablespoons of soap and 5 tablespoons of isopropyl alcohol in 1 quart of water.

Black Soap For Animals

Used as a natural shampoo, this soap can be a gentle cleansing agent for dogs and horses, and an organic cleanser for agricultural breeders.

Black Soap For Artists

Paintbrushes maintain their luster and suppleness with regular black soap cleanings.