Saving Money on Swiffer Pads and Mops

The Swiffer is a handy and quick way to keep your floors clean. However, buying the extra pads or other refills, can really add up. This is a guide about saving money on Swiffer pads and mops.

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Dryer Sheets as Swiffer Replacements

Don't throw away those used dryer sheets, there is yet another use for them. I finally bought a Swiffer for my floors, because my knees won't allow me to clean on all fours, but I'm not spending money on refill cloths, wet or dry.

I use 2 used dryer sheets, tucked in just like Swiffer sheets. It picks up all of our lost hairs, the dog hairs, dust, and whatever comes in on our shoes.

And if I'd like to wet mop, an old t-shirt or towel cut to size and moistened in hot soapy water does the trick. Then you can rinse the floor with another piece of scrap cloth moistened in cold clear water. These cloths can then be washed and reused too.

I've also used clean used dryer sheets on the Swiffer to "dust" along where the walls and ceiling meet. Why buy a special tool?

Another good time saver, is to tuck in several layers of the dryer sheets at one time, alternating one end after the other. Then while cleaning, just peel off one when the head is full and continue cleaning until you need to peel off another one full of "stuff".

My floors are clean and shiny, my cob webs are gone, and my knees thank me.

By Kathy from WI

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Use The Other Side Of Swiffer Pads

When I use the disposable Swiffer type cleaning cloths, I flip them over to use the clean side before tossing them in the trash. This works well with the dry dust mop cloths. It doubles the use of each cloth. The wet ones do OK, but not as well. They seem to tear and pull out of the base when flipped.

By Priscilla from Lawton, OK

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Use a Sock as Alternative to Swiffer Cloth

To save on purchasing those disposable paper Swiffer cloths, or if you've run out of them, simply slide an old white sports sock onto the head of your Swiffer. (tube or crew socks work well). You can dust your walls, reach cobwebs, clean ceiling fan blades, lamp shades, etc., then throw away the sock, or launder and reuse! This saves time and saves money. Those odd socks that are left over when the washing machine eats the matching sock now can be re- purposed!

Source: I found an odd sock in the laundry chute, saw a dust bunny and my swiffer had no refills left in the box; so I improvised! It works very well and I'll wash and re-use that handy white sock!

By hilary from Exeter, NH

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Many Cleaning Uses For A Swiffer Mop

I have found using dryer sheets works great for doing my blinds and dusting. Since doing this, I have discover a great way to save money. If you have seen Swiffer dusters or have one in your home, there are a couple ways to use the same idea without spending the money on those expensive replacement pads.

I use the same rod for dusting the floor as well as mopping. For dusting, you can use the dryer sheets (used or new). They attract the dust great. Mopping, I put a microfiber cloth in the holes where you would attach a replacement pad. When it needs wrung out, I just take it out and rinse it in my vinegar solution. Works so much better then the residue left behind by other products.

Putting a microfiber cloth or even a sock on the end of the pole works great for base boards and spider webs. You don't have to break your back or climb up on something to reach those corners.

By Luana M. from San Diego, CA

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Use a Washcloth on Dust Mop

Use your old dusting mop for mopping with a dollar store washcloth. You can help the environment by not using the disposal floor wipes. I wet a wash cloth with water and press the four corners into the perforated spots on the foam rubber mop head, just rinse often. Reuse, reduce, and recycle all at the same time.

By Louella from Billings, MT

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Cleaning Clothes As Swiffer Pads

I have the swiffer handle and I cut down a cleaning cloth that is used for absorbing messes. the orange ones. put it on my swiffer and dust then wash then dry my floors it saves me money time and space.

By Carolyn from Chilliwack, BC

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Refreshing Used Swiffer Cloths

Refresh your used swiffer cloths by first hand washing to remove the inside dirt. To remove the particles stuck to the outside, it needs to be in a container to allow it to float. I do this in the bath tub.

Simply allow it to suspend on top of the water while taking a scrub brush ( older is better) and gently brush across the top, in a sweeping motion, catching the particles in the brush. Flip and do the other side, then squeeze and hang dry. They will be fluffier than new and can be done dozens of times.

By Ceil

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Saving on Swiffer Dry Cloths

I use both sides of my Swiffer dry cloths before I throw them out. I purchase the Dollar General brand which is 20 for 2.00. I saw Save-a-Lot has a 20 pack for $1.00, but I haven't tried them yet. My mom does the same thing!

By Lydia

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Swiffer Cloths At Dollar Store

I bought a Swiffer regular floor sweeper when they first came out. It worked great and picked up even more dirt after I vacuumed. When I saw the price of the clothlike refills, I decided not to pay the high price. So when I was at the Dollar store, I saw a package of Swiffer like cloths. I got 20 cloths in the package for a dollar. When I got home I dusted the floor. I took off the cloth and was going to throw it in the trash when I noticed the other side was clean. So now I turn the cloth over and get double duty.

By Nancy from Peabody, MA

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Dual Use for the Swiffer Sweep and Vac

I recently bought a Swiffer sweep and vac and I love it so much that I ran out to buy the Swiffer Wet Jet. As I was looking at it I was thinking $20 bucks (plus the price of refill pads)? So instead, I paid 97 cents for a terry cloth rag. I used my own spray cleaner on the floor and attached the rag to my Swiffer Sweep and Vac the same way you attach the disposables they come with. It worked great! I saved a ton of money by using my Sweep and Vac for both purposes and since I get to re-use the rag over and over again it's almost like residual income! :)

By Sandie

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Saving Money on Swiffer Mops

Any one have any hints on how to save money on Swiffer mops? Both the cleaner and the mop heads.

Gen from Kansas

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By David Harsh (Guest Post) 01/14/2008

Wood Floors, what can u mix up for wood floors?

Cloths For Swiffer Mops

Where can I get cloths to fit my Swiffer mop? It is 161/2 by 41/2 in size.

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By Ken Milling (Guest Post) 08/22/2007

One more idea is to use old anti static cloths for your clothes dryer.

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Dryer Sheets as Swiffer Replacements

Somewhere I saw that you can use used dryer sheets in place of swiffer sheets. I can't seem to find the detail on this, can you help?

Tammy from Utah

RE: Dryer Sheets as Swiffer Replacements

Tammy, is this the tip you're looking for? http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf754000.tip.html (08/26/2006)

By Luvyabye

RE: Dryer Sheets as Swiffer Replacements

You can also use old socks. They capture pethair especially well, and can be washed and reused. (08/26/2006)

Use The Other Side Of Swiffer Pads

I have a plain old Swiffer and I didn't want to pay for the cloths that go on it. I went to the Dollar store and got similar cloths. I used it and then turned it over and used the other side the next time. I save a lot of money this way.

By Nancy from Peabody, MA

RE: Use Other Side Of Swiffer Pads

Swiffer sheets will also go through the washer and dryer. I found this out be accident - they work as good as new! (11/27/2006)

By Amy

RE: Use The Other Side Of Swiffer Pads

J cloths work great also. You can get a dozen for a couple dollars. Just sew up each side and they are as good as the swifter pads. You can use both sides. They are washable too! (11/27/2006)

By PICO

RE: Use The Other Side Of Swiffer Pads

I use my husband's worn out socks for my swiffer. Just cut off the ribbed cuff, and then cut the sock open from the top down through the heel, and to the end of the toe. Just the right size to attach to your swiffer. When you finish dusting the floors, take it outside and give it a shake, wash, dry and reuse. (11/27/2006)

By Harlean from Arkansas