Clean Dream: DIY Reusable Floor Wipes

By Sarah Lipoff
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Instead of spending cash for floor wipes that end up getting tossed in the trash, make your own that work with any type of floor-sweeper mop. Once they've had a spin around your home, these cloth wipes can be tossed in the washing machine for many more uses. And you can make eight reusable wipes for under $2, which is seriously savvy. Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil, transforming these little helpers into a splendid way to freshen your home while cleaning.

What You'll Need:

  • Sealable rectangular container
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon liquid dish soap
  • 8 cotton cloths
  • Scissors

Directions:

  1. Gather the ingredients to create the homemade wipes. You can find cotton cleaning cloths and sealable plastic containers at the dollar store.
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff
  1. Mix together the water, vinegar, alcohol, lemon juice, and dish soap in the container.
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff
  1. Now measure and trim the cotton cloths as needed to fit your floor mop. Even folding the cloths in half may make them just right.
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff
  1. Individually fold the cloths to fit the plastic container, and then stack, allowing the cloths to absorb the floor-washing solution.
  2. Seal the container so the wipes stay damp and are ready when needed. If the cloths dry out between uses, simply moisten them with a bit of water.
  3. When it's time to give your floor a quick wash, remove a wipe from the container, press it into the corner holes of your mop, and you're ready to go. Just toss it into the washing machine when you're done.
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

These cleaning wipes are best used on linoleum or tile floors.

POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

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