the frugal mom

There has to be better and cheaper cleaning methods out there.  So I am posing the question to you.  What are some ways that you cut corners with your cleaning supplies?

Here are a few ways that we save money on our cleaning supplies

1. Shop with coupons (come on, you totally knew I was going there)

2. Instead of using dryer sheets I buy liquid fabric softener and dilute it with water 1/2 and 1/2.  Then I’ll dampen a rag with the solution (wring out the rest back into the bottle) and toss it into the dryer -

3.  We use microfiber cloths instead of paper towels.  They are super-absorbent (you’ve seen the commercials) and you can just throw them into the washer and dryer.  Of course, if you get creative you can add some Velcro to the top and bottom of the cloths and have them attach to each other then wrap them around your paper towel holder at home.  I do love convenience. 

4. I use old newspapers to clean the bathroom mirrors and windows of our house - no streaks!

5. The Dollar Store - I’ve found that sponges, cleaners and scouring pads are much cheaper at the Dollar Stores than at the regular grocery and/or discount stores (even with coupons.)

Please leave a comment below and let me know of the different ways that you’ve found to save money on cleaning supplies.