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How to Make Green Fire from Laundry Booster

Jul 21, 2013 09:48 AM

Jul 21, 2013 06:45 PM

A green flame in a glass bowl on a wooden surface.

In this guide, you'll learn how to make your own boric acid from borax and other common chemicals to produce a green flame when mixed with methanol.

Green Fire Safety Information

Boric acid is a relatively safe household chemical. This is an outdoor project. There isn't a lot of smoke produced, nor is it particularly toxic, but the heat is intense. It will set off your smoke alarm.

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