5 Tricks to Cut Cleaning Costs Without Cutting Corners
1# Bar Soap:
I know a bar of soap doesn’t scream a household-cleaning supply; however those bars of soap are extremely versatile. They work best when cleaning with a brush, rubbing the bristle tips onto the bar is the best way to get a good amount of soap on your brush when cleaning a shower stall, garage cleaning or anything really dirty. Since bars of soap are significantly cheaper and are just as superior to expensive cleaners, don’t count them out.
2# Spray Bottles:
Placing make-your-own all-purpose cleaners in a spray bottle is an excellent and cheap cleaning strategy. Stay tuned for a list of homemade cleaning solution recipes. The most common and all-purpose mixture is half and half of white vinegar and water (you can add a splash of dish soap and or drop of your favorite essential oil). This is also a great way to know exactly what you’re cleaning with.
3# Baking Soda:
In most of our cleaning tips you might have noticed that Baking Soda is the star of the tip. It’s effective, versatile, powerful and cost effective. It can be used as a laundry booster, scouring powder, and refrigerator odor absorber among numerous other things. Baking soda can also be used to clean your teeth in a pinch, and can help remove product buildup in your hair when added in small amounts to your shampoo. While the price is best when purchased in bulk, baking soda is certainly affordable, since you only need a pinch.
4# Ditch the Paper Towel:
The most significant money saving tip is to ditch the paper towel. Invest in a couple micro-fiber clothes, these last a very long time. They can be used dry or wet to clean any surface. They will become your new best friend.
5# Liquid Soap:
Bars of soap are overlooked as a cheap cleaning supply however so is liquid dish detergent. When you dilute dish soap it can become a great disinfectant spray, stain remover and inexpensive toilet bowl cleaner.
Expensive brand-name cleaners can be can be substituted and don’t need to cost big bucks to keep your home sanitary and sparkling clean. Cheap cleaning is possible with a variety of homemade products made with inexpensive ingredients.