Fire-Proofing for Halloween Costumes

This was on the news as a way to fire proof your childrens' Halloween costumes, which are notoriously flammable. This recipe is from Washington Hospital Center.

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Yields: 1 gallon

Ingredients

• 4  ounces  boric acid
• 9  ounces  borax
• 1  gallon warm water

Directions

1. Combine boric acid and borax.
2. Dissolve the mixture in a bucket containing 1 gallon of warm water.
3. Soak the costume in the mixture until fully saturated.
4. Allow costume to drip dry.